International Student Awards Ceremony & Graduation Celebration: Save the Date!
May 11th | Kimmel Center for University Life, Rosenthal Pavilion
Congratulations to this year's graduates! Each spring, the Office of Global Services hosts a celebration for graduating NYU international students, their families, and friends. Mark your calendars! RSVP information to follow soon. In the meantime, visit our website for more information.
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Consular Service Fees IncreasingThe US Department of State announced an increase in consular service fees, which will affect the cost of obtaining a visa from a US Embassy/Consulate. Effective May 30, 2023, visa application processing fees will increase as follows - The visa application processing fee for F, J and TN will be increasing from $160 to $185.
- The visa application processing fee for H and O visas will be increasing from $190 to $205.
- The visa application processing fee for E visas will be increasing from $205 to $315.
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Digital Forms DS-2019 Effective April 27
The US Department of State has recently announced a change in regulations which permits Responsible Officers (government-designated J-1 advisors) from OGS to digitally sign and transmit electronic copies of official Forms DS-2019. The digitally-signed Forms DS-2019 will be valid for official purposes, including visa applications and travel into the US. Forms DS-2019 issued after April 27, 2023 will be signed and transmitted electronically. Please continue to review instructions that accompany any Form DS-2019 that we issue.
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CHECKLIST ITEMS & UPDATES
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Pass/Fail and Withdrawal Deadline on May 2
The academic department pass/fail grade option and term withdrawal deadline (May 2) is coming up! Please be sure that you remain full time enrolled for this semester. For further information and guidance depending on your circumstance, please refer to our Top Questions of the Week below.
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TOP QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK
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Please find the most frequently asked questions that our staff has been receiving this week through phone calls and emails:
Is it OK if I drop a class?As you know, F-1/J-1 students must be full-time. Normally, graduate students must have at least 9 credits, undergraduate students must have at least 12 credits. OGS may terminate your record if you are not full-time enrolled. Please refer to our Part-Time Enrollment webpage for the options. I am withdrawing all my classes this semester; I am taking a medical leave this semester; or, I am dropping my class(es) this semester. Is there anything I need to do with OGS? Please note that May 2, 2023 is the academic department deadline for pass/fail grade option and term withdrawal. If you have received any emails from OGS asking you to submit additional information for your medical reduced course load request, you should respond to that email directly. If you have received an email from OGS warning you of dropping classes or withdrawing from all of your classes, or you have already dropped below full time or withdrawn from the term, you need to schedule an appointment with an OGS advisor as soon as possible. What should I do if I didn’t file for taxes in time? You can refer to the OGS Tax webpage to reach out to the tax resources we list on the website for guidance. You may also reach out to Sprintax and Glacier Tax Prep, as indicated on our Tax FAQ webpage, to see if there is any guidance they can provide.Â
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Lawyer Workshop: O-1 Work Visas for the Arts, Business, and Education
According to USCIS, “the O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for the individual who possesses extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or who has a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and has been recognized nationally or internationally for those achievements."
OGS will host immigration lawyer Elisabeth Ames from the Law Office of Elisabeth Ames, to discuss the O-1 Visa for Individuals of Extraordinary Ability (also called “the Artist Visa""). No matter what your major is now, if you are seeking to work in the US in the Arts, Business or Education, come to this workshop to learn more about the O-1. You will learn not only about how one is eligible, but also the process to apply, especially about the evidence needed, from expert professionals in the field.
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Travel Tips: What to Expect at the US Border/Airport
What are your rights when crossing through international customs and immigration checkpoints? What kinds of questions might you be asked and how should you answer them? How has the pandemic and updated government guidance affected what you may experience? Do you need to worry about the information on your electronic devices? Join us to learn strategies for crossing through US customs, resources at NYU to rely on, and tips to develop a plan for your next international trip.
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How to prepare your OPT application for the US government (USCIS)
After you've received your new OPT I-20, you should attend this session where an OGS advisor will go over how to prepare your OPT application for USCIS. Attend this session to make sure your OPT application meets all the guidelines, before you submit it to USCIS!
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The Student Visa Application and Interview: What to Expect
Learn about the process to get a US student visa, what to expect for the day of your visa interview, possible outcomes of your student visa application, and resources to turn to if your application is delayed or denied.
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Academic Training for J-1 Students
Are you a J-1 student wondering how to work off campus in the United States? Come to this workshop to learn more about the most common form of off-campus employment authorization for J-1 students: Academic Training. We'll talk about what Academic Training is, how to apply, the processing timeline, what documents you'll need, and other items to consider, like tax, health insurance, and getting a Social Security Number.
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Encounters with Law Enforcement: What should you say or do?
What are your legal rights if you are stopped by the police in public spaces, in your home, or driving a car? Are there restrictions to free speech? If you participate in a protest, rally, or demonstration, what are some things to consider? What are some potential consequences of an arrest? We will discuss the legal rights you have in each of these scenarios and what to do if you feel that your rights have been violated.
NYU's Immigrants Defense Initiative staff attorney Razeen Zaman will join us in this discussion and help answer questions.
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Post-Completion OPT Webinar
Are you an F-1 international student getting ready to graduate? This workshop is designed to give you a firm understanding of what OPT is (it's a form of work authorization for students in F-1 status), how to apply for OPT, the processing timeline, what documents you’ll need, travel advice, and reporting requirements. We also briefly cover tax, health insurance, and OPT extensions.
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Workshops on Demand
Unable to attend some of the workshops above but still need the information? We’ve got you covered. Simply head on over to our recorded workshops web page to sit in on any of the sessions when you’ve got the time. Please note, you must be signed into Zoom with your NYU ID and password using the SSO option at nyu.zoom.us to access the recordings.
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