Summer 2024 - Check In for New International Students

Summer 2024 - Check In for New International Students

Welcome to Old Dominion University! We at the VISA office are happy to support you throughout your journey.

YOU MUST ALREADY BE IN THE UNITED STATES TO CHECK IN

Please make sure that all uploaded documents are clear and properly scanned. We will not accept cell phone pictures.

-You cannot obtain a copy of your I-94 until you enter the US

-If you are a Transfer student, you will need to complete the Transfer-In Form and receive an ODU I-20 before you can check in.

-If you have an Athletic Scholarship or a Graduate Assistantship, you MUST come in person to complete employment paperwork. Please register for a day in the form.

Employment Paperwork sessions will be held from January 3-January 25 from 1:00-2:30. You must be on time at 1:00pm or you will have to come another day.

If you are employed by ODU you can complete paperwork:
Mondays/Wednesdays 1:00-2:30pm

If you are employed by ODURF, you can complete paperwork:
Tuesdays/Thursdays 1:00:2:30pm

-Once you are checked in, we will remove the ISSS hold on your account, you will need to visit other departments regarding your other holds.

I have read, agree, and understand to the information above: *

I have read, agree, and understand to the information above: Yes No
As an F1/J1 student you are required to view the Required Information Session: *

As an F1/J1 student you are required to view the Required Information Session: Yes. I agree to view the online RIS session
Current Check-In Session: *

Current Check-In Session: Summer 2024
NEW STUDENT INFORMATION:
Surname/Last Name: *
First Name /Give Name: *
UIN *
SEVIS ID# *
Citizenship: *
City of Birth: *
ODU Email Address: *
Personal/Non-ODU Email Address *
Current Visa Status *

Current Visa Status F1 J1 Other Other
Marital Status *

Marital Status Married Single
University Funding Source: *

ODU/ ODURF Assistantship
Personal Funds
Educational Loan
Family Funding
I am a... *

I am a... New student Transfer student from another U.S. school ODU student changing academic level
Academic level of study at ODU: *

Academic level of study at ODU: Bachelor's Master's PhD/Doctorate MET
Have you attended ODU before? *

Have you attended ODU before? Yes No
If you answered yes to the previous question, what was your most recent status?

If you answered yes to the previous question, what was your most recent status? ELC ODU Academic Student
U.S. Address (even if temporary): U.S. Address (even if temporary): *
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal / Zip Code Country
U.S. Telephone: U.S. Telephone: - ### - ### ####
Home Country Address: Home Country Address: *
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal / Zip Code Country
Home Country Telephone: *
U.S. Emergency Contact Address (leave black if unknown): U.S. Emergency Contact Address (leave black if unknown):
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal / Zip Code Country
U.S. Emergency Contact Telephone:
U.S. Emergency Contact Email:
Home Country Emergency Contact Address: Home Country Emergency Contact Address: *
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal / Zip Code Country
Home Country Emergency Contact Telephone: *
Home Country Emergency Contact Email: *
Document Upload

This section is for you to upload required documents.

Please make a scanned color copy. *Cell phone pictures will be REJECTED*
I-94

(You must be in the US to obtain your I-94 . Retrieve the pdf I-94 document from the following link: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov) *

Attach Files

You must be in the US to obtain your I-94

Retrieve the pdf I-94 document from the following link: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov
Passport Biographical Page *

Attach Files

Please make a scanned color copy.

Cell Phone Pictures will not be accepted
Visa (in passport) *

Attach Files

Please make a scanned color copy.

Cell Phone Pictures will not be accepted
I-20/DS-2019 *

Attach Files
Transfer I-20 (if applicable)

Attach Files
Change of Status Documentation (if applicable)

Attach Files

Only Required if you have changed status to F1
Please check all situations apply to you: *

Please check all situations apply to you: None SACM Sponsored Student Athlete Graduate Assistantship Teaching Assistantship Other Sponsorship Other Sponsorship

If you have a GA/TA, you must choose a day to come in person to do employment paperwork.

ODU: M/W 1:00-2:30pm
ODURF: T/TH 1:00-2:30pm

If you are a student Athlete, you can choose a day to come in person to do Tax paperwork.

If you are SACM Sponsored, please upload a copy of your current Financial Guarantee. It must have current dates.

THIS IS MANDATORY.
SACM Financial Guarantee/Athletic Scholarship/GA Offer Letter

Attach Files
EMPLOYMENT PAPERWORK:

All I-9 and tax paperwork to verify the employment eligibility for non-immigrant employees is processed by VISA in Dragas Hall Rm # 2006.

If you are employed by ODU select: M or W 1:00-2:30pm

If you are employed by ODURF select: T or TH 1:00-2:30pm

If you are an Athlete: M - Thur before 12pm
Please select a day that you will come in office to complete Employment Paperwork: Please select a day that you will come in office to complete Employment Paperwork: / MM / DD YYYY

Only available from January 3 -January 25 Monday-Thursday.

If you are employed by ODU select: M or W 1:00-2:30pm

If you are employed by ODURF select: T or TH 1:00-2:30pm

If you are an Athlete: M - Thr before 12pm
ODU F-1/J-1 Student Responsibilities Under SEVIS

International students and ODU have responsibilities for providing USCIS with notification of certain events during
an F or J student’s studies.
1. ENROLLMENT: In the spring and fall semesters, I will register full-time (12 credits for undergraduate, 9 credits for graduate; 18-20 hours for IEP English only) OR submit a Reduced Course Load (RCL) Request by the RCL deadline for the semester or before I drop below my required course load after the end of registration.

2. ONLINE CLASSES: I can ONLY take one class (3 credit hours) of online distance learning credits in order to fulfill the required full-time enrollment. My final semester coursework cannot be solely online. (Not applicable to ELC IEP English-only students; IEP student must complete all coursework in person/.)

3. EXPIRATION DATES: I will make sure my I-20/DS-2019 does not expire. If I need more time to complete my degree, I will apply for an extension 30 days before my form expires. Also, my passport must always be valid for six months into the future.

4. MAILING LIST: I will maintain membership on the ISS mailing list and thoroughly read emails from VISA.

5. DEPARTURE: If I leave ODU for a fall/spring semester or longer (including permanently), I will submit either a Leave of Absence form or a Program Departure form.

6. CHANGE OF STATUS: If I change my status to another visa (such as H-1B) or to a Permanent Resident, I will submit a PDF of my I-797 approval notice or a copy of the new visa I obtained abroad.

7. HEALTH INSURANCE: I must, as an F-1/J-1 visa holder, maintain health insurance for myself. All J-2s must, per the Department of State, have health insurance; F-2s are strongly encouraged to have coverage and it is my responsibility to cover health insurance and medical expenses for my family.

8. TRAVEL: If I travel, I must request a re-entry signature from VISA in advance of my departure.

9. I-20/DS-2019 UPDATES: I will apply for a new I-20/DS-2019 if any changes to the information on the form occur. Examples of situations in which a new form is needed: new financial information, change of major, change of name, change of citizenship, etc.

10. OFF-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT: I will not work off-campus in the U.S. without prior, written approval from VISA and/or USCIS. Off-campus employment and/or activity includes internships, practicums and volunteer work. I understand that each individual is responsible for his or her own tax determination and compliance

11. ON- CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT: I understand that I am allowed to work on-campus no more than 20 hours per week. I understand that each individual is responsible for his or her own tax determination and compliance

12. SEVIS ADDRESS: I will report changes to my address in the U.S. or in my home country within five days.

13. DEPENDENTS: I will notify VISA of any dependents in F-2 or J-2 status who are accompanying me and if they return home permanently or change visa status. I will follow the requirements outlined on the Dependent Responsibilities Form.

14. STUDENT ATHLETES ONLY: As a recipient of an Athletic Scholarship, I acknowledge that once the check-in process is completed, I must contact the VISA Office Manager at intlstu@odu.edu to apply for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) or inform that I have one.

I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to maintain my visa status and my good standing at the University by following the above and any subsequent updates in immigration law, VISA processes and/or ODU policies that are announced on the web site and/or through email. I understand that if I am not in good standing with ODU, I am in violation of my visa status and will meet with a VISA advisor to discuss my options.

Include Student Signature Below (Full Name): *

Draw or Type

I understand this is a legal representation of my signature. Clear

Full Name

I understand this is a legal representation of my signature.