International Student Requests
Remember, timeliness is key!
Allow 7-10 business days for ISS processing. You will receive a UA Little Rock email notification once your request is complete.
Immigration
| Request |
Visa Type |
Method of Request |
Deadline or Processing Time |
| Add Dependent Spouse or Child |
F-1, J-1 |
Submit Online request |
1 week prior to needing I-20 or DS-2019 |
| Authorized Early Withdrawal |
F-1, J-1 |
ISS Appointment Required |
Before dropping classes |
| Change of Major or Minor |
F-1 |
Submit Online Request |
Within 10 days of change |
| Change of Status |
Any category |
ISS Appointment Required |
At least, 30 days prior to status expiration. |
| Concurrent Enrollment |
F-1, J-1 |
Submit Online request |
11th day of class |
| Expedited SEVIS Activation |
F-1, J-1 |
Submit Online request |
As needed |
| F-1 Transfer In Request |
F-1 |
Submit Forms & Report to ISS |
After receiving admission; minimum 1 week prior to school start |
| F-1 Transfer Out Request |
F-1 |
ISS Appointment Recommended & Submit Forms |
2 weeks processing time; see link for deadlines |
| J-1 Transfer In Request |
J-1 |
Submit Forms & Report to ISS |
After receiving admission; 1 week prior to school start |
| J-1 Transfer Out Request |
J-1 |
ISS Appointment Recommended & Submit Forms |
2 weeks prior to end of last semester |
| Lost I-20 or DS-2019 |
F-1, J-1 |
Submit Online Request |
Within 10 days of losing I-20 |
| Reduced Course Load |
F-1, J-1 |
Submit Online Request |
11th day of class; 7-10 days processing time |
| Mandatory Reporting |
F-1, J-1 |
Visit ISS |
Upon Arrival or at Orientation |
| Program Extension |
F-1, J-1 |
Submit Form |
1 month prior to program end date |
| Verification of Enrollment – Thesis/Dissertation |
F-1, J-1 |
Submit Form |
11th day of class |
| Reinstatement |
F-1 |
ISS Appointment Required |
Within 10 days of falling out of status |
| Reporting J-2 Travel |
J-1 |
Submit Online request |
Within 10 days of the travel |
| Retrieve I-94 |
Any category |
Retrieve Online from CBP.gov |
As desired |
| Travel Signature |
F-1, J-1 |
Visit ISS |
2 weeks prior to departure |
| Update Personal Information |
F-1, J-1 |
Submit Online Request |
Within 10 days of change |
Employment
| Request |
Visa Type |
Method of Request |
Deadline or Processing Time |
| Academic Training |
J-1 |
ISS Appointment Required |
2 weeks prior to AT start date |
| Cap Gap |
F-1 |
Submit Online Request |
After H-1B is selected for consideration |
| CPT |
F-1 |
ISS Appointment Required |
2 weeks prior to CPT start date |
| J-2 Work Authorization |
J-2 |
ISS Appointment Required |
90 days before work is desired |
| On Campus Employment |
All internationals |
Visit ISS Front Desk |
7-10 business days prior to job start date; plan additional time if SSN is needed. |
| OPT |
F-1 |
ISS Appointment Required |
90 days prior to OPT start date. Note: ISS will not process any OPT applications in the final month of the semester. |
| OPT STEM Extension |
F-1 |
Submit Online Request |
21 days prior to standard OPT end date |
| SSN |
F-1, J-1, J-2 |
Visit ISS Front Desk |
2-4 weeks prior to start date |
| SEVP Portal Issues |
F1 |
Submit Online Request |
If you have an SEVP Portal issue; 7-10 business day processing time. |
Insurance
| Request |
Visa Type |
Method of Request |
Deadline or Processing Time |
| Emergency Enrollment |
F-1, J-1 |
Visit LewerMark Website |
If you have an emergency prior to the 30th class day |
| Health Insurance Enrollment |
F-1, J-1, |
Visit LewerMark Website |
Prior to the first day of enrollment period |
| Insurance Card |
Any category |
Visit LewerMark Website |
At the beginning of each academic year |
| Insurance Claim |
F-1, F-2, J-1, J-2 |
Visit LewerMark Website |
One year from illness or accident |
| Proof of Alternate Insurance Coverage |
Government-sponsored F-1, F-2, J-1, or J-2 |
Submit Online Form |
11th day of class, or before loss of government insurance |
| J-2 Proof of Insurance |
J-2 |
Submit Online Form |
11th day of class |
Miscellaneous
