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Is there a grace period for SEVIS termination?

In most cases, the termination of your SEVIS record means that you must make plans to immediately depart from the United States. In other words, there is no grace period after termination. If your SEVIS record is terminated, contact us to schedule an appointment immediately.
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What if my SEVIS gets terminated?

In other words, there may not be a “grace period” after a Termination. If your SEVIS record is Terminated, you have two options: travel outside the US with a new I-20 or submit a Reinstatement application to regain your status.
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What is the 5 month rule for SEVIS?

The five month rule refers to the termination of a student's record in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) based on the student being away from classes or not in status for five months.
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Is there a grace period for F-1 I-20?

You have a 60-day grace period at the end of your F-1 program. The grace period ends when you depart the United States, or no later than 60 days after the end of the I-20 or your EAD card (if on OPT), whichever comes first.
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How do I reinstate a terminated SEVIS record?

Reinstatement and Transfer

If the school is willing to accept the terminated SEVIS record, the student would need to complete the transfer process with ISSO prior to applying for reinstatement. ISSO will then release the terminated SEVIS record to the institution where the student will be attending.
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Can SEVIS be reactivated after termination?

To be eligible for a SEVIS reactivation, an F-1 student must meet all of the following criteria: SEVIS record must be terminated for "Authorized Early Withdrawal". Must have maintained F-1 status, including full-time enrollment, prior to SEVIS termination. Must have departed the U.S. within 15 days of SEVIS termination.
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How long does it take to get reinstatement of SEVIS?

How long will the reinstatement process take? Reinstatement applications take approximately six to nine months, and as long as one year.
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What happens if my I-20 is terminated?

If your SEVIS (or I-20) is terminated OR you overstay your grace period, you could be accruing unlawful presence. This can lead to arrest and deportation proceedings. Accruing unlawful presence may result in being barred from the U.S. for many years or even permanently.
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Is there a grace period for F-1 status?

F-1 students who have maintained their nonimmigrant status earn a 60-day grace period after they complete their program of study. F-1 students can use these 60 days to remain in the United States and consider their next steps following graduation.
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How long can I stay after F-1 expires?

The length of your grace period depends on your visa type. F-1 visa holders have 60 days after their program end date to leave the United States. For F-1 students who participate in post-completion optional practical training, they have 60 days after their employment ends to depart.
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Can SEVIS be reactivated?

If it is more than 30 days and less than 271 days since the SEVIS status of the exchange visitor (EV) changed to Active, Invalid, or No Show, a Reinstatement - Update SEVIS Status request may be submitted to the Department of State (DoS) to change the status from: Active to Initial. Invalid to Initial.
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How do you keep SEVIS active?

Submit Form I-20, "Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status," to set it to Initial status. Register student to make the SEVIS record Active. Allow the record to auto-complete 60 days after the program end date.
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Can SEVIS be extended?

DSO requests extension in SEVIS between 60 and 15 days before the current SEVIS program end date. The extensions can only be done one year at a time. Submits a complete Form I-539 program extension application to USCIS. It must arrive between 60 and 15 days before the SEVIS program end date.
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How do I know if my SEVIS is still active?

You may check your current SEVIS status by talking to your designated school official or responsible officer. For questions, send a detailed e-mail to [email protected].
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Do I need a new visa stamp if my SEVIS is terminated?

Travel: You will no longer be able to use your terminated SEVIS record's I-20 to enter the U.S. You will need to obtain a new I-20 and possibly a new F-1 visa to reenter the U.S. as a student.
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How long can a F-1 student stay in the US without attending school?

How long can I stay in the U.S.? Up to 60 days after completion of your program. You may not work during those 60 days. If you do not complete your program you may only stay for 15 days pending approval from an International Advisor.
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What is the 90 day rule for f1 visa?

The 90-day rule refers to a presumption that a nonimmigrant visa holder made a willful misrepresentation at admission or application for a nonimmigrant visa when that nonimmigrant enters the U.S. and within 90 days engages in conduct that is not allowed with their nonimmigrant status.
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What is the F-1 grace period OPT?

You are allowed a 60-day grace period following your OPT expiration date to leave the United States, change your visa status, or transfer your F-1 record to a new school or program.
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Is there a grace period for f1 visa OPT?

The Grace Period: After completing your OPT, you are eligible for a 60-day grace period. During this time, you may travel within the U.S., transfer your SEVIS record to a new school, request a change of level if you are starting a new program at the UW, or apply to change status to another visa category.
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What happens if an international student is expelled?

Instructions for Dismissed International Students

Once your SEVIS record is terminated, you will be considered “Out of Status” and you must leave the U.S. immediately or request reinstatement from the Department of Homeland Security.
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How do you restart F-1 status?

Students who are out of status initially have two options to regain their F-1 status: apply for reinstatement through USCIS or RESTART F-1 STATUS through travel and reentry. Under 8 CFR 214.2(f)(16)(i), any F-1 student who has been out of status more than 5 months will not be eligible to request reinstatement.
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Who terminates SEVIS?

A terminated record in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) could indicate that the nonimmigrant no longer maintains F or M status. Designated school officials (DSOs) mostly terminate F-1/M-1 students and/or F-2/M-2 dependents who do not maintain their status.
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How long is a SEVIS ID active?

This SEVIS ID should stay with you for as long as you study continuously in the U.S. even if you change your major or transfer to a new school. (If you are out of the U.S. for more than five consecutive months, then you will need a new I-20 to re-enter the U.S.).
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How much is the SEVIS reinstatement fee?

Then submit reinstatement application to USCIS and Pay $805 ($370 for the application fee, $85 for the biometric services fee, and $350 for a new SEVIS/I-901 fee).
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Can I transfer with a terminated SEVIS?

An SEVIS Coordinator will not release a terminated SEVIS record unless the transfer-in school agrees to accept the terminated record and assist the student in applying for reinstatement.
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