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CPT NOTICE
Effective immediately, UVA is suspending the authorization of non-required, course-credit CPT requests. This includes opportunities tied to academic credit, which are integral to the program of study but not required for degree completion. Visit CPT Update | International Students & Scholars Program for the latest information.
Duration of Status & Academic Mobility
On September 14, 2026, a nationwide preliminary injunction was issued, which blocks the Elimination of Duration of Status rule from taking effect and prohibits DHS and USCIS from implementing it. The government is expected to appeal the injunction. Please continue to monitor our FAQ page, which we will continue to update with any developments as the case continues.
The Department of Homeland Security's rule introduces significant changes to regulations governing F and J visa holders, including:
- The elimination of Duration of Status
- Restrictions on academic mobility
For more information visit FAQ: Elimination of Duration of Status & Academic Mobility | International Students & Scholars Program
SEVIS Fee
What is SEVIS?
SEVIS is the “Student and Exchange Visitor Information System”. The U.S. government's uses this computerized system to maintain and manage data about international students and scholars during their stay in the U.S. The International Studies Office is the only office at UVa permitted real-time access to SEVIS and can thereby assist students and scholars in compliance with the terms of their visa status. The ISO is obligated to keep SEVIS updated with any changes impacting a student's or scholar's status in the U.S. www.ice.gov/sevis
SEVIS Fee
Every new F-1 and J-1 student and scholar must pay the SEVIS fee. Students and scholars applying for visas abroad must present the fee payment receipt in order to obtain a visa stamp. Students and scholars changing status must submit the fee payment receipt with their application to change status. Canadian and Bermudian students who are visa-exempt must submit their pay receipt at the time of admission to the United States. You are required to pay this fee only once per period of status.
For information on paying the SEVIS fee, please visit http://www.fmjfee.com