As an F or M student, there are certain forms you need to bring with you when you arrive in the United States. If you don’t bring these forms, a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer at the point of entry will issue you a Form I-515A, “Notice to Student or Exchange Visitor.”
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National Day on Writing
During your program of study in the United States, you probably will have to complete several writing assignments. Some academic programs require more writing than others, but all F and M students must complete some writing.
Back to School: Returning to the United States
Whether you spent your vacation working, traveling or visiting your home country, there are important documents you must bring with you when you travel back to school.
Back to School: You’re Here
When you arrive in the United States, to begin your program of study, one of the first things you will do is fill out your Form I-94 during your flight.
International Students and Vacations
As warmer weather and longer days approach in the United States, so does summer vacation for many students. If you are interested in taking a vacation, make sure you know the rules so you can stay in compliance and maintain your F or M student status.
Coming Back to the United States after the Holidays? Read this First
Every year in January, thousands of international students come back into the United States from holiday trips abroad. Unfortunately, many students forget to bring all the necessary paperwork with them to get through customs. If this happens to you, you may be issued an instructional form called an I-515A.
