8 TRAVEL This section provides important information about traveling as an F-1 student, including required documents, travel preparation, and steps to follow before leaving and returning to the United States.
Passport : Must be valid for at least 6 moths beyond your return date. F-1 Visa : Required for re-entry unless an exception applies. If expired, you may neet to renew it before returning. Form I-20: Must include a valid travel signature from the International Office. I-94 Arrival/Departure Record: Download your most recent arrival/departure record. Get acces: Click here. Enrollment Verification Letter: Available from the Registrar’s Office to confirm your MVU enrollment. Keep these documents with you in your carry-on bag when traveling:
Additional Recommended Documents: Copies of previous I-20 forms
University transcript
Current class schedule
Scholarship award letter or other financial documentation.
Before traveling, make sure your Form I-20 has a valid travel signature. Request a new signature if: Your signature is older than 12 moths (6 months on OPT). Your I-20 does not have a travel signature. Submit your request to the International Office at least two weeks before travel. Processing usually takes 2-3 business days.
Travel during the Fall or Spring semester is not recommended unless necessary. If you must travel: Contact the International Office before making travel plans. Provide the reason for travel and expected dates away. Additional approval may be required depending on your abscence.
Before traveling internationally:
Make sure your immigration documents are valid. Check entry requirements for each country you visit. Carry your immigration documents and use authorized ports of entry. Travel to U.S. territories (such as Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands) requires the same documents.
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