International Students and Scholars Office
Providing the highest quality of service in areas that support the social, cultural, and immigration needs of the UCSF international community.

News


ISSO Office Closure - September 24th

September 19, 2024
The ISSO will be closed the whole day on September 24th.

USCIS Announces Inflation Increase for Premium Processing Fees 

January 05, 2024
On December 28, 2023, USCIS announced that premium processing (PP) fees will increase from $2,500 to $2,805. The change primarily impacts UCSF's employment-based H-1B population. 

Onsite Requirements for J-1 Visa Holders – DOS Guidance Directive Updated June 8, 2023

June 13, 2023
Effective July 1, 2023, the U.S. Department of State’s Exchange Visitor Program (EVP) is ending its policy that permitted temporary modifications of EVPs in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Events

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Exchange Visitor (J-1 Visa) Orientation – October 2024

Date: October 17, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Thu
21

Exchange Visitor (J-1 Visa) Orientation – November 2024

Date: November 21, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Thu
19

Exchange Visitor (J-1 Visa) Orientation – December 2024

Date: December 19, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Thu
16

Exchange Visitor (J-1 Visa) Orientation – January 2025

Date: January 16, 2025
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.