Region XII International Scholar Advising Updates
Useful Resources for J Scholar Advisors
| Resource | Description | Contact Information/Location |
| SEVIS Log-in Page | Entrance page for accessing SEVIS | https://egov.ice.gov/sevis/ |
| SEVP Response Center | Assists with all SEVP-related questions including F, M, J questions (except SEVIS questions) | 703-603-3400 [email protected] |
| SEVP Help Desk | Assists with all SEVIS-related questions | 800-892-4829 [email protected] |
| I–901 SEVIS Fee Contact | Assists with all questions regarding the SEVIS I–901 fee and payment process | 703-603-3400 [email protected] |
| J Visa Contact | Assists with all questions regarding J visas | [email protected] |
| Form I–515A, “Notice to Student or Exchange Visitor” | Individuals who arrive at the U.S. port of entry without all of their required documents, or with unsigned or missing information, may be issued a Form I–515A for temporary admission. | [email protected] Student and Exchange Visitor Program DHS/ICE ATTN: SEVIS/I-515A Processing Team 500 12th Street SW STOP 5600 Washington, D.C. 20536-5600 |
| Customs and Border Protection (CBP) | Provides information regarding travel for both U.S. residents and international visitors | http://www.cbp.gov/ |
| Electronic I-94 | Retrieve electronic I-94 record | https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/I94/#/home |
| Deferred Inspection Sites | To request I-94 correction in person | http://www.cbp.gov/document/guidance/deferred-inspection-sites |
| Deferred Inspection, Los Angeles | To request I-94 correction electronically for individuals who entered through LAX or are currently located within the area served by Deferred Inspection, Los Angeles (Note: This is a pilot program that will be valid from April 1, 2016 to September 30, 2016 only) | [email protected] |
| Office of Designation - Academic and Government Programs (D-AG) | Reviews designation, re-designation, and annual reports, and assists with J-1 related inquiries such as change of category, extension, etc. | [email protected] General line: (202) 203-7131 Fax: (202) 203-7779 Tammie King, Chief: (202) 203-7787 |
| Office of Private Sector Exchange Administration - Academic and Government Programs (OPA-AG) |
Monitors and enforces full compliance with Department regulations and policies with a focus on exchange visitors’ health, safety, and well-being; and responds to complaints and incidents.Exchange visitors or third parties may also contact OPA-AG to file a complaint. |
[email protected] |
Resources on Subpart A
- NAFSA J Subpart A Rule Resource Page
- Subpart A Webinar forAcademic Program Sponsors on /01/30/2014 by DOS Office of Private Sector Exchange
Southern California Scholar Advisor Community
SoCal Scholar Advisors- The group meets every four months, at different campus locations around the District. Anyone who works with international scholars is welcome to attend. No NAFSA membership is required. Discussion topics include J-1 scholar, employment-based visas, and green card issues. Contact Ilana Smith at [email protected]to be on the mailing list.