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Check-In & Appointments
New employees and scholars must check in with the OISS and provide copies of their immigration documents upon arriving at Washington University in St. Louis.
Documenting Status – Forms & Functions
Eligibility documents provide relevant information about status that must be maintaned for F and J students and scholars.
International Student Researchers
Choices of visa for international students who are conducting research.
Short-Term Visitors
Options for visitors who wish to come to the University for a short visit.
Terminology & Definitions
Basic immigration terms and definitions for international students and scholars.
Visa and Status: A Common Confusion
In discussing immigration issues, there is often confusion among students and scholars visiting the US over what is meant by the term “visa” and what constitutes the concept of “status.”