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This document outlines the requirements and steps for obtaining a travel signature on the I-20 form for international students before leaving the country.

How to fill out request for travel signature

How to fill out REQUEST FOR TRAVEL SIGNATURE ON I-20

1. Obtain the I-20 form from your school's international student office.
2. Complete the student information section at the top of the form, including your personal details.
3. Write the purpose of your travel in the designated section (e.g., vacation, family visit, etc.).
4. Indicate your planned departure and return dates.
5. Sign and date the form, confirming that you understand the travel guidelines.
6. Submit the completed I-20 form to the designated school official (DSO) for their signature.
7. Allow time for the DSO to process your request and return the signed form to you.

Who needs REQUEST FOR TRAVEL SIGNATURE ON I-20?

1. International students on F-1 or M-1 visas who plan to travel outside the U.S. and need to re-enter.
2. Students who have completed a course of study and are applying for OPT and wish to travel.

People Also Ask about

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.

Do you need a travel signature?

It is fine to leave the U.S. without a travel signature. A valid travel signature is only required for reentry. To request a travel signature, submit the Travel Signature e-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 long does it take to get a travel signature?

If the signature on your I-20 or DS-2019 will expire before you reenter the US, you need to get a new signature. We may take up to 5 business days to complete your request. Please remember, the US government determines your eligibility to enter the US.

How do I request a travel signature for I-20?

Request a New Travel Signature from ISEO Submit a "Travel Signature I-20/DS-2019 Request" in iPortal. A new I-20/DS-2019 with a new travel signature will be ready in 5 business days. You will be notified via email when the request is complete. Print and sign the I-20/DS-2019, and keep a copy for your own records.

How often do you need a travel signature?

How Often Should I Get my I-20 or DS-2019 Signed? A travel signature is valid for 12 months. If on F-1 OPT, we recommend a new travel signature every 6 months.

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.

Can you travel without a travel signature?

The travel signature is required for returning to the U.S. It is not required for leaving the U.S. If your current travel signature will expire before you will return to the U.S., you must request an updated travel signature.

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What is REQUEST FOR TRAVEL SIGNATURE ON I-20?

The REQUEST FOR TRAVEL SIGNATURE ON I-20 is a form used by international students in the United States to obtain a signature from their designated school official (DSO) on their Form I-20. This signature verifies that the student is in good standing with their program and is required for re-entering the U.S. after traveling abroad.

Who is required to file REQUEST FOR TRAVEL SIGNATURE ON I-20?

International students who hold an F-1 or M-1 visa status and plan to travel outside the United States need to file a REQUEST FOR TRAVEL SIGNATURE ON I-20 to ensure their return to the U.S. is authorized.

How to fill out REQUEST FOR TRAVEL SIGNATURE ON I-20?

To fill out the REQUEST FOR TRAVEL SIGNATURE ON I-20, students must provide personal information such as their name, SEVIS ID number, and details about their travel plans. They should also include any relevant information about their program and intended return to the U.S. and submit the form to their DSO for the required signature.

What is the purpose of REQUEST FOR TRAVEL SIGNATURE ON I-20?

The purpose of the REQUEST FOR TRAVEL SIGNATURE ON I-20 is to ensure that international students have the proper endorsement from their school which confirms their student status, allowing for smooth re-entry into the United States after travel.

What information must be reported on REQUEST FOR TRAVEL SIGNATURE ON I-20?

The REQUEST FOR TRAVEL SIGNATURE ON I-20 must report information including the student's name, SEVIS ID number, program start and end dates, the purpose of travel, and any relevant details about plans for returning to the U.S.