The Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) is a database used by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to collect, track, and monitor information regarding exchange visitors, international students, and scholars who enter the United States on F, J, or M visas. SEVIS is managed by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) within U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland Security.
All international students have a SEVIS "record" which is managed by our office. We will update the student's SEVIS record as need with changes to the academic program, major or degree field, residential address, employment authorization information, anticipated graduation date, etc. Failure to update this record as changes occur can result in a loss of legal status for the student and have serious consequences to your ability to your future ability to enter the U.S.
SEVIS Fee:
Before applying for your student visa, OR applying for a change of status to F or J student status, international students must pay a SEVIS fee in order to apply for a student visa. The SEVIS fee is separate from the U.S. embassy visa application fee that you will also have to pay. The current SEVIS fees are as follows:
- F-1 students: $200.00
- J-1 students: $180.00
This SEVIS fee is in addition to the required visa application fee from the U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
For current information on the amount of the fee, who is subject to the fee, and how to pay it, see the SEVP fee website, here: http://www.ice.gov/sevis/i901/
Category:
Newly Admitted International Students