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Schedule an F-1 International Student Advising Appointment. News & Announcements. Document Pick Up Hours. Upcoming Events. View All Events. Visa and Immigration Services at Stony Brook University.
Find an embassy or consulate. It is advisable to apply for your visa at a U.S. Embassy in your home country, unless circumstances or travel plans make this impossible. Applying for a visa at an embassy in a country other than your home country is called a “third country national (TCN)” application.
Apply for OPT beginning 2/17/2024. Tips to avoid delays with USCIS. Tips for Avoiding Scams & Fraud. New Student Check-in and Orientation: Required for all F-1 and J-1 students with an initial or transfer I-20/DS-2019. Frequently Asked Questions Regarding I-20s.
Visa & Immigration Services help international students regarding their immigration status in United States of America.
Preparing for Arrival. International students seeking F-1 or J-1 student status may only request entry to the U.S. up to 30 days prior to, but no later than, the program start date indicated on their I-20 or DS-2019.
Stony Brook University's Visa and Immigration Services has gone electronic with accessVIS, an online portal for students, faculty, and staff. The accessVIS system allows electronic submission of immigration requests to Visa and Immigration Services and provides a source of communication for updates and notifications.
We are thrilled about your participation in our J-1 Exchange Visitor program at Stony Brook University! Listed below you will find guidance on scheduling your visa interview, arriving at the port of entry, meeting U.S. Department of State insurance requirements, orientation, check-in, and much more.