Forms and Files

Checklist of necessary items to have completed before making appointment with immigration advisor to file for STEM OPT Extension.

Informational handout detailing 17 month STEM OPT extension process.

Information about the 2nd Annual International Breakfast

Guide for departments to create requisitions/invoices for Visa fees.

This form offers instructions on how to obatain a social security number if you have been hired on or off campus.

Instructions for J visa holders on how to obtain a Social Security number once a job offer has been made.

Instructions for J visa holders on how to obtain a Social Security number once a job offer has been made.

Tips from the U.S. Department of State on how to apply for an F-1 visa.

Detailed steps on how to apply for a change of status.

Detailed instructions on the F-1 visa renewal process.

Detailed steps on the J-1 renewal process.

Steps to take to renew your H-1B Visa

A change of status allows an individual who holds other visa types different from F or J to become a legal international student.

Current or prospective UCF F-1 students who wish to be reinstated must complete this form.

Checklist of iems necessary fr completing CPT paperwork

Handout that describes what CPT is and how to apply.

Sample letter for CPT

A checklist of the coduments you will need to request a DS-2019.

The DS-156 form is required to apply for a nonimmigrant visa to the United States. This form is also available online at the Department of State website (http://evisaforms.state.gov/nonelectronicforms.asp).

The DS-2019 (Document for J-1 Exchange Visitor's Visa) was formally known as the IAP-66.

Form used to request a DS-2019 visa.

Use this form to request a DS-2019

This sample letter is for departmental use when requesting an extension of stay for an F-1 student.

Required form when you change your address

This form is to be completed within 10 days of changing your address.

This form is to be completed by F-1 and J-1 visa holders applying for a change of nonimmigrant classification to permanent residency.

This form is to be completed by F-1 and J-1 visa holders applying for a change of nonimmigrant classification to permanent residency.

Current F-1 UCF students who wish to apply for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) must complete this form.

Current UCF F-1 students who need to request an I-20 must complete this form.

F-1 Prospective students who are applying for UCF academic admission must also complete this form to begin the international admission process for a UCF I-20.

This form is used ONLY to add an experiential learning course to an F-1 student’s UCF transcript in order to provide academic documentation of their Curricular Practical Training.

Current F-1 UCF students who wish to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT) must complete this form.

These guidelines will help you in planning your trip and making sure that you do not risk your F-1 status when you travel outside the U.S. while on OPT.

These guidelines will help you in planning your trip and making sure that you that you do not risk your F-1 or J-1 status when traveling and re-entering the U.S.

This form is to be completed by F-1 or J-1 students upon your departure from UCF, so that ISC and other departments may contact you in the future about UCF.

International F-1 or J-1 students must complete this confidential financial certification form before the I-20 will be issued. Please note that supporting documents must be originals.

Complete this form if you are currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college, university or high school in the United States as an F-1 or J-1 students and are planning to transfer to UCF.

F-1 or J-1 Students who plan to transfer from UCF to another university need to complete this form.

F-1 or J-1 students who are enrolled at other universities, but plan to take some courses at UCF, must complete this form.

Sample letter for employers offering Curricular Practical Training to F-1 international students. This letter must be presented on company/organization letterhead.

F-1 students who plan to be enrolled less than full-time must complete this form.

Sample letter for department offering Optional Practical Training to F-1 international students. This letter must be presented on the university or department letterhead.

Sample letter template for OPT extensions.

Health Center form to prove health coverage

F-1/J-1 Change of Immigrant/Nonimmigrant Classification

List of available orientation sessions for Fall 2009.

This is a complete guide to obtaining a social security number from the US Social Security Administration office.

This is a complete guide to obtaining a social security number from the US Social Security Administration office.

Checklist for departments to initiate H-1B visa for students.

Flowchart explaining the H-1B process.

Required form for the Health Center to prove necessary immunizations

Lists the minimum required medical insurance coverage as mandated by the State of Florida Board of Governors regulations (6C-6.009).

Outlines the minimum required medical insurance coverage as mandated by the State of Florida Board of Governors regulations (6C-6.009).

A packet of forms for international faculty non-students being hired by UCF.

A packet of forms for international faculty non-students being hired by UCF.

A packet of forms for international students being hired by UCF.

A packet of forms for international students being hired by UCF.

Application To Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status

Form for employment authorization

This form explains how to be in compliance with insurance regulations

Form to show you are in compliance with mandatory health insurance regulations.

This flyer explains the International Mentoring Program from the mentees perspective.

This flyer explains the International Mentoring Program from the mentors perspective.

Fill this out when leaving UCF

Description of International Training along with upcoming dates.

Use this form to request authorization to perform academic training

This form must be filled out to prove financial ability.

This checklist provides guidance and tips for travel requirements (for J-1 students)to the United States.

This form needs to be completed by J-1 Scholars planning to transfer from UCF to another university.

A checklist designed to assist departments in deciding which visa type might be best for the foreign national they want to hire.

A list of laws and regulations that J-1 non-degeree seeking students must comply with.

J-2 visa holders who wish to be employed must complete this form.

The necessary items needed to apply for OPT

Sample letter for requesting OPT

Eligibility, rules and how to apply for OPT.

This form needs to be completed and returned to ISC if you have any changes (address, periods of unemployment, etc) during OPT.

A checklist for new international employees (non-students) to UCF.

A checklist for new international employees (non-students) to UCF.

A checklist for new international student employees of UCF.

A checklist for new international student employees of UCF.

Flowchart explaining the Permanent Residency Process.

This form must be filled out to release immigration related documents or information.

Information on how to apply for a reduced course load.

Sample letter for departments hiring an international employee so they can obtain a social security card.

Flowchart of sponsoring a J-1 Scholar

Information on becoming a J-1 Scholar

Outlines the documents that you may receive at the end of the tax year from UCF and what to do with them.

Outlines the documents that you may receive at the end of the tax year from UCF and what you need to do with them.

Use this form to request a signature on your I-20 for travel

Students who are traveling outside the U.S. must fill out this form before they travel. Have in mind that it takes three business days to process the travel letter and get your I-20 signed.

A helpful handout to give you tips on what to expect while travelling and upon arrival.

Guidelines applicable to F-1 and J-1 visa holders planning to visit their home country or any country (except Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean Islands).

Information on specific guidelines for traveling to neighboring countries and the immigration requirements associated with it.

Handout describing travel while doing Optional Practical Training (OPT).

UCF Department Offer Letter

Printable version of the undergraduate application.

A calendar of events for new Fall 2009 students.

Alumni News

Alumni News

Alumni News

Alumni News

Alumni News

Alumni News

Support the International Services Center at UCF.

A comprehensive guide that addresses most concerns new students will have upon arrival to the U.S.