What's Involved in F & M Certification?
Requirements of Schools Seeking F & M Certification
Web-based Training Course for Designated School Officials
The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) is pleased to launch the web-based training course titled "SEVIS Training for School Officials." This training will provide instruction to you on your responsibilities and those of the foreign students in meeting their obligations in Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS). The course will assist newly Designated School Officials who need additional guidance on completing various actions required to update and maintain student information in SEVIS, it will also serve as a useful resource tool for the veteran school officials. Enjoy the Course!
Regulations
- 8 CFR 214.2 (f) Academic and Language Students
- 8 CFR 214.2 (m) Vocational Students
- 8 CFR 214.3 Petitions for Approval of Schools
Helpful Documents
- Documents Accepted in Lieu of Accreditation (PDF | 112 KB)
- I-17 Frequently Asked Questions
- Dear Colleagues Letter: The letter provides a format for DSOs to confidentially report sensitive information to SEVP. (PDF | 47 KB)
- List of Special Agent in Charge (SAC) Offices
- Approved Schools: Editing/Updating Form I-17 (PDF | 97 KB)
How Schools Apply for F & M Certification
- How Does a Designated School Official Get a Temporary Password for SEVIS? (PDF | 79 KB)
- User Manual for Temporary Users of the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (How to Complete and Submit the Form I-17, Petition for Approval of School for Attendance by Nonimmigrant Students) (PDF | 2.2 MB)
- How to File the I-17 Petition to be Approved to Enroll Nonimmigrant Students (F or M Visa) (PDF | 41 KB)
- Log Into SEVIS to File an I-17 Petition
