Advisory Notes

International students face many legal issues related to their non-immigrant status. This list of topics ("Advisory Notes") covers most of the questions that are likely to arise during the study program of a student who is in F1 or J1 status.

If, after reading these Advisory Notes, you have further questions, please come to the OIEP for assistance. Office hours are 2 - 4 pm daily. For morning appointments, please call me at x5022, email me at bsamter@admin.nmt.edu, or see Sharon Spurgin in Fidel Center 268.

-Brandon Samter
International Advisor

Topics of Interest

Visa vs Status: What's the Difference?
Which Government Office Does What?
S.E.V.I.S, the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System
Maintaining Legal Student Status
Changing Major or Program
Extension of Program
Transferring to Another School: F1 and J1 Students
F1 Curricular Practical Training
F1 Optional Practical Training
F1 OPT Extension
J1 Academic Training
Employment (other than practical training)
What About Family Members?
Unsurrendered I-94's
Automatic Visa Revalidation for Aliens in F or J Status
What About "Special Registration"?

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