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Check-In for New International Students

Check-In for New International Students

All international students coming to ODU for the first time and international students returning to start a new academic program must check in with Visa & Immigration Service Advising (VISA). An "international student" is an individual from another country who does not have a green card or a U.S. passport.

For incoming NEW students, check-in will take place in person.

International students returning to start a new academic program can check-in with us virtually.

Required Documents for Check-In for DEGREE-SEEKING Students

  • Completed check-in form with your U.S. address (even if temporary)
  • A copy of your passport ID page
  • All visa documentation (e.g. current and previous I-20/DS-2019s, visa stamp, proof of visa status change, etc.)
  • Your I-94 entry record
  • Your I-901 SEVIS fee receipt (F-1 and J-1 visa holders only)
  • For new graduate assistants: your offer letter with all of the required information

International Students on a visa status other than F or J

If you are an international student and your visa status is not F or J please complete the check-in form and email it to VISA along with any proof of visa status (I-797 approval notice, visa stamp, etc.)

Nondegree Students

Please e-mail VISA with your UIN and student email address for information on what you will need to do for the removal of your check-in hold.

Fall 2023 Check-In Dates and Times

Early Check-In

Wednesday, August 2, 2023 and Wednesday, August 9, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Check-In

Every weekday from Monday, August 14, 2023 to Tuesday, September 5th, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Required Info Sessions (F1 and J1 Visa Holders)

Required Info Sessions (F-1s & J-1s): students are required to attend one session

Tuesday, August 9, 2023 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Tuesday, August 22, 2023 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Friday, August 25, 2023 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Friday, September 1, 2023 1:00 PM -3:00 PM


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