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This form is used by international students and scholars at the University of South Florida to request a travel signature on their immigration documents, specifically the I-20 or DS-2019, to allow

How to fill out immigration travel signature request

How to fill out Immigration Travel Signature Request Form

1. Obtain the Immigration Travel Signature Request Form from your institution's international office or website.
2. Fill in your personal information including your name, student ID, and program details.
3. Indicate the purpose of your travel and the dates of your intended departure and return.
4. Sign and date the form to verify the information provided is accurate.
5. Submit the completed form to the designated office, either in person or electronically, as per your institution's instructions.
6. Wait for processing and obtain the signed form before your travel.

Who needs Immigration Travel Signature Request Form?

1. International students on F-1 or J-1 visas planning to travel outside the U.S.
2. Students who need to maintain their visa status while traveling abroad.
3. Individuals seeking to return to the U.S. after temporary travel, ensuring their documents are in order.

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What is the travel signature for F-1 students?

The travel signature is on page two of an I-20 or page one of a DS-2019. The signature confirms that you have valid F-1 or J-1 status. You must have a valid travel signature on your I-20 or DS-2019 to return to the U.S. after you travel abroad. Each signature is valid for one year.

What documents are required for travel on OPT?

You must have ALL documents listed below in order to travel and reenter the U.S.: unexpired Post-Completion OPT EAD card. a valid Form I-20, signed on page 2 by an HIO advisor (the signature must not be more than six months old at the time of reentry to the U.S.) an unexpired passport.

What happens if I don't have a travel signature?

If you did not receive a travel signature on your I-20 or DS-2019 before traveling, please request Form I-515A at the immigration port of entry. It is most likely the Customs and Border Protection officer at the U.S. Port of Entry will issue you an I-515 form.

Does the I-20 need to be signed?

You and your DSO must both sign the Form I-20. If you are under age 18, your parents must sign the Form I-20 for you.

How to get travel signature in UMich?

To request official I-20 authorization to re-enter from a trip outside the U.S, please log in to the M-Passport portal , click on Requests > Travel Signature, and follow the instructions from there.

What if I forgot my travel signature on my I-20?

IMPORTANT: If you require a travel signature on your document to re-enter the US, please submit a Replace/Reprint I-20 request via iStart and select 'travel' as the reason. ISSS has been granted permission from SEVP to send F-1 documents electronically and will send a signed I-20 via e-mail during this time.

How do I request a travel signature?

Request a Travel Signature STEP 1: Check the Validity of the Travel Signature. Look at Page 2 of your I-20 or Page 1 of your DS-2019, verify if you have a valid travel signature. STEP 2: Request a Travel Signature. Complete the Travel Signature Request. STEP 3: Receive Your New Visa Document with Travel Signature.

How can you request a travel signature?

If you did not receive a travel signature on your I-20 or DS-2019 before traveling, please request Form I-515A at the immigration port of entry. It is most likely the Customs and Border Protection officer at the U.S. Port of Entry will issue you an I-515 form.

What if my passport expires while studying in the USA?

Q- What if my passport expires while studying in the USA? You can always renew your passport if it expires while in the USA. You only need to apply to the VFS Global website online and follow the steps as described there.

What is the travel signature for SEVIS?

The travel signature can be no more than a year old to re-enter the United States, but we recommend that it be no more than six months old. To get an updated travel signature, you must be enrolled for the next term and your SEVIS record must be in Active status.

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What is Immigration Travel Signature Request Form?

The Immigration Travel Signature Request Form is a document used by international students and scholars to request a travel signature from their Designated School Official (DSO) or Responsible Officer (RO) on their Form I-20 or DS-2019. This signature is needed for re-entry into the United States after travel abroad.

Who is required to file Immigration Travel Signature Request Form?

International students and scholars who plan to travel outside the United States and need to re-enter under their current visa status are required to file the Immigration Travel Signature Request Form.

How to fill out Immigration Travel Signature Request Form?

To fill out the Immigration Travel Signature Request Form, the applicant should provide personal details such as their full name, SEVIS ID, program of study, and travel plans. It may also require the signature of the applicant and additional information relevant to their current visa status.

What is the purpose of Immigration Travel Signature Request Form?

The purpose of the Immigration Travel Signature Request Form is to ensure that international students and scholars have the necessary authorization to re-enter the U.S. after traveling abroad, and to confirm that their status and program are in compliance with immigration regulations.

What information must be reported on Immigration Travel Signature Request Form?

The information that must be reported on the Immigration Travel Signature Request Form typically includes the applicant's personal information (name, SEVIS ID), details regarding their academic program, purpose of travel, planned travel dates, and a request for DSO or RO signature on the relevant document.