Immigration
New Immigration Updates – Elimination of Duration of Status
Important Update: The Department of Homeland Security’s final rule, “Establishing a Fixed Time Period of Admission and an Extension of Stay Procedure for Nonimmigrant Academic Students, Exchange Visitors, and Representatives of Foreign Information Media,” that was set to go into effect on September 15th has been postponed. This is a temporary hold and the OIS will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates to you once a new implementation date becomes clear.
Choose the nonimmigrant status that best applies to you to learn more about the requirements and guidance for your category.
Visa Categories
OIS assists departments and divisions with determining the most appropriate visa category for international visitors. If you are unfamiliar with the visa category that is most appropriate for your stay, your department contact can complete the Intake Form Determining NIV Form and return it to our office. OIS will review each situation carefully in consultation with the sponsoring department.
I believe that the talent, energy, and ideas flowing into the United States of America – and to the UT System institutions – from countries around the world are among our greatest strengths.
– Former UT System Chancellor William McRaven
Additional Resources
The OIS is providing resources on the following subjects as they are applicable to all of our international visitors.
Comparing Visa Categories
The following resources highlight the characteristics of specific visa categories, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each. These are not exhaustive lists, and we encourage you to consult with an immigration attorney if you have any questions.