Office of International Programs

In a few cases, you may be able to re-enter the U.S. without applying for and receiving a new student visa. This is called "Automatic Revalidation" of your expired student visa, and it is only possible if:

1. You are traveling to and returning from Mexico or Canada, or one of the islands adjacent to the contiguous United States
2. You are out of the U.S. less than 30 days
3. You are not applying for a new visa while you are out of the U.S.
4. You can present to the U.S. immigration officers, upon return to the U.S., your original I-94 card showing F-1 or J-1 status, or F-2 or J-2 status for your dependents

For more information on Automatic Revalidation, please visit the U.S. Department of State website.

Travel signatures are valid for travel for re-entry for one year.