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
travel reminders
Spring Break Travel Reminders
Spring Break is around the corner, and travel plans are in full swing. Read further to understand how F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors can safely and smoothly re-enter the United States after traveling internationally. Valid Travel Signature A valid, unexpired travel signature on your immigration document (I-20 or DS-2019)… read more
Got Travel Plans? Get Travel Signatures!
Hi, everyone. We hope you are having a great fall semester! With Thanksgiving and winter break on the horizon, many of you may be planning to travel internationally. Please let this be your gentle reminder that when you do eventually head back to the United States to resume your studies,… read more
Spring Break Reminders: Travel and Re-entry
With Spring Break upon us, we want to provide you with important information about traveling and your immigration status. Read on to learn how to safely and smoothly re-enter the United States after your travels. Valid Travel Signature A valid, unexpired travel signature on your immigration document (I-20 or DS-2019)… read more
Travel Reminders
Spring break is right around the corner. If you are traveling internationally, you will need a valid travel signature on your I-20 or DS-2019 in order to re-enter the United States. The travel signature can be found on page 2 of the I-20 and on page 1 (bottom, right corner)… read more
Travel Reminders!!!
With Thanksgiving break around the corner, we here at the International Office know that many of you may be traveling out of the country. Always remember to carry the following with you: Unexpired passport (valid at least 6 months into the future) Valid visa. If it has expired, you will… 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
Reminder: Check your I-94 record upon return to the U.S.
Did you travel internationally over Spring Break? If you did or if you recently re-entered the U.S., be sure to check that your I-94 record is still accurately showing your current immigration status and the correct “admit until ” date. Ensuring you have the proper status guarantees that you have… read more
Spring Break Travel and Safety Reminders
With Spring Break here, we here at the International Office know that many of you may be traveling out of the country– going home or for vacation. Always remember to carry the following with you: Unexpired passport (valid at least 6 months into the future) Valid visa. If it has… read more
Health and Insurance During Winter Break
If you plan to leave Austin during Winter Break, here are some important insurance tips to keep in mind: Keep your insurance card with you at all times. Fill your prescriptions before leaving for vacation. Know where to seek care for different medical needs when you are away from University… read more