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Advising - Visa/Immigration Information

It is very important to understand the USA's Visa/Immigration and SEVIS regulations while you are studying at Portland State University and staying in the U.S. Understanding these regulations, however, can be difficult.

U.S. Visa + Immigration Procedure and Regulations

10 Important Steps for NEW F-1 and J-1 International Students

The IELP International Student Advisor can help you if you have questions.

Michele Miller
IELP International Student Advisor
Office location: East Hall, room 101
Tel: 503-725-8563
Email Michele Miller

The IELP International Student Adviser can provide

  • advice on visa/immigration procedures and matters related to maintaining your student visa status
  • travel authorization (to travel outside the USA while studying at PSU)
  • how to transfer your immigration record to another school in the US.
  • advice on cultural adjustment and daily life matters
  • assistance during an emergency or crisis

Updates About New Visa/Immigration Information
Periodically, you will receive information from the IELP International Student Advisor regarding updates to the US visa/immigration and SEVIS rules and important procedures. Be sure to read this information. It is very important.

Questions?
If you have a visa or immigration related question or problem, or if you don't understand something, you should talk to or visit Michele Miller, in East Hall, room 101, as soon as possible.

For more Information
Basic Visa/Immigration & SEVIS information can be found in the IELP Student Handbook, on this website, on the PSU International Student Services website, and by visiting the PSU International Student Office, located in East Hall, room 101.