Office of International Programs (OIP)


Travel to and from the U.S.

Departing

When you leave the U.S. you will be asked to submit your I-94 to an airline representative. If you do not have your I-94, you might not be allowed to board the plane. DO NOT give up your I-20 when departing the U.S.

Returning

When you return to the U.S. you will be given a new I-94 form. Upon returning, you must show to the port-of-entry immigration official:

 

  1. A valid passport. Usually required to be valid for at least six months into the future. Some countries have an agreement with the United States that allows you to enter on a current passport up to the actual date of expiration.
  2. A current SEVIS I-20. Either a new one or a PROPERLY ENDORSED old one (travel signature on page 3)

    To request a travel endorsement on page 3 or the I-20:

    Complete a F-1 Document Request Form at OIP front desk and submit it with your most current I-20. Your I-20 will be signed and will be ready for pick up at OIP front desk. See document processing time


  3. A valid F-1 visa. If you are visiting Canada or Mexico for less than 30 days, you can re-enter the U.S. with an expired F-1 visa as long as you keep the same I-94.
  4. Your EAD if you are on Post 鈥揅ompletion Practical Training (PCPT).
  5. A letter from your employer to verify that you are working or will soon start to work (if under PCPT).
  6. We recommend that you also take copies of your financial support documents, health insurance coverage, and student ID card in case you are asked to show these documents.

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