2020 - 2021 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Find answers to frequently asked immigration-related questions for 2020-2021. These are for current students, scholars and those arriving in spring 2021 and beyond. We review this information weekly and update as needed.
Events
ISSO Webinar on DHS Proposed Rule to Eliminate Duration of Status (D/S)
NEWS
Some USCIS Fees to Increase on October 2, 2020
UPDATE: Judge Blocks USCIS Fee Increases
On September 29, 2020, a federal judge blocked the implementation of USCIS fee increases that were to take effect on October 2, 2020. Current fees remain in place until further legal action on this case. Read more.
DHS Proposes Changing Duration of Status (D/S) To Fixed Periods
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a proposed rule on September 25, 2020 that would eliminate “duration of status” (D/S) for F students and their dependents, and J students and scholars and their dependents. Read more.
Beware of Phone Scams: Just Hang Up!
Fraudulent emails and phone calls are a huge problem, and we all need to be vigilant in recognizing them and avoid giving up personal information--and our money! Please refer to the following information to help identify scams and phishing and how to report them to the proper authorities.
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