Greetings from International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)! We hope you’re enjoying the summer, wherever you may be spending it. For those outside the United States, we’re sharing this gentle reminder that when you head back here to resume your studies, you will need a TRAVEL SIGNATURE on your I-20 or… read more
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Request to Extend Your I-20 or DS-2019
While you wrap up your coursework requirements for the semester, be sure to also take care of your immigration requirements. Remember, you must always have a valid and up-to-date Form I-20 or Form DS-2019 in order to remain in the United States and at The University of Texas at Austin. … read more
Apply for Post-Completion OPT
Are you graduating in Spring 2023? If so, now is the time to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT). Granted by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), OPT is an employment benefit for students with F-1 status to gain practical experience in their major field of study. To successfully… read more
Ready, Set, Travel!
With summer vacation almost here, you may be planning a trip home or to another international destination. We at International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) have set up several events and provided the basic guidelines to help you prepare for your travel. To Prepare for International Travel Attend one of… read more
Travel Signature Drive
Are you an international student? Do you have upcoming international travel plans? Need a new travel signature before you go? The Travel Signature Drive is a great opportunity to stop by for a new signature on your I-20 or DS-2019. No appointment is necessary. If the travel signature spaces on… read more
Travel Signature Drive
Do you have upcoming international travel plans? Need a new travel signature before you go? The Travel Signature Drive is a great opportunity to stop by for a new signature on your I-20 or DS-2019. No appointment is necessary. If the travel signature spaces on your immigration document are full,… read more
Traveling abroad during Spring Break? Don’t forget your travel signature!
Spring break is coming soon, so it’s time to start preparing for your international travel plans. If you need a new signature on your I-20 or DS-2019, take advantage of our SPRING TRAVEL SIGNATURE DRIVE. Travel Signature Drive Friday, March 3 9:00 – 11:30 am FAC 330 If you cannot… read more
Employment Seminar for International Students & Scholars
International Student & Scholar Services invites you to an Employment Seminar! Date: Wednesday February 22, 2017 Time: 6:00 – 8:30 pm Location: Peter O’Donnell Jr. Building (POB) (Room 2.302 for F-1 Students; Room 2.402 for J-1 Students & Scholars) The seminar will focus on employment options that are available to… read more
Traveling abroad during the break? Don’t forget your travel signature!
Thanksgiving and winter breaks are coming soon, so it’s time to start preparing for your travel plans! If you are traveling internationally, please remember that you need a valid travel signature on your I-20 or DS-2019 in order to reenter the United States. The travel validation signature can be found… read more
Traveling abroad during the summer? Don’t forget your travel signature!
Summer break is coming soon, so it’s time to start preparing for your international travel plans. If you are traveling internationally, don’t forget that you need a valid travel signature on your I-20 or DS-2019 in order to reenter the United States. If your travel signature will be expired upon… read more
