U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services

• Case Status Inquiries & Processing Times —Check on the status of requests filed with immigration to change to a new status, request a work permit, etc.
• Form I-765: Application for Employment Authorization for Those who Qualify
• How Do I Change to Another Nonimmigrant Status?
• How Do I Know What Services Are Available After I File a Petition with USCIS?
• NAFTA Specialty Occupations for TN Visa Status (Canadian and Mexican citizens only)
• Public Charge Fact Sheet - Benefits not subject to public charge consideration
• USCIS National Customer Service Center —Contact information to follow up on an immigration petition or question

U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement

• Frequently Asked Questions about the SEVIS Fee (for F's and J's)
• How do I access my I-94 online record for proof of legal entry to the US?
• SEVIS Fees —Link to pay your SEVIS fee
• SEVIS Home Page —Information on the F-1 and J-1 visa statuses
• Students & Exchange Visitors —Information on obtaining a visa

U.S. Department of State

• Automatic Revalidation of Visas for Travel to Canada or Mexico (less than 30 days)
• Foreign Embassies & Consulates in the U.S.
• Information on the J Visa Two Year Home Residence Requirement and Waivers
• Lost and Stolen Passports, Visas, and I-94 Cards
• Obtaining a U.S. Visa
  • American Institute in Taiwan
  • Customer Service Statement to Visa Applicants
  • Visa types
  • Visa Wait Times —Information on how long will it take to get an appointment for a visa
  • Visa Waiver Program —List of countries where visitors to the U.S. do not need a visa
  • Visitor Visas
• U.S. Embassies & Consulates
• Understanding the U.S. Visa
• Understanding Workers Rights – Wilberforce Workforce Agreement
• Visa Bulletin (for Permanent Residency)

Other Federal Government Websites

• Internal Revenue Services – Foreign Students & Scholars —Information on Paying Taxes and Tax Forms in the U.S.
• Social Security Administration - Immigration —Information about Social Security Cards