Compliance Management

Summary of September 6, 2012 SEVP Stakeholder Meeting

NAFSA summary of a September 6, 2012 SEVP—Stakeholder Meeting/Teleconference, which focused on updates to Form I-17.

Member, Consular Affairs Liaison Subcommittee

The Consular Affairs Liaison subcommittee of the EAKC charged with clarifying visa and immigration procedures and then sharing that knowledge with education abroad professionals who advise their students on visas for study outside the United States.

CBP Discontinues Stamping Form I-20 and Form DS-2019 At Ports of Entry

CBP Discontinues Stamping Form I-20 At Ports of Entry

Sanctions Law Applies To Iranian Students Preparing For Energy or Nuclear Sector Careers In Iran

August 10, 2012 Sanctions Law Applies To Iranian Students Preparing For Energy or Nuclear Sector Careers In Iran

Grassley Letters Regarding OPT

Senator Charles "Chuck" Grassley (R-Iowa) has been historically vocal on his opposition to F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT). Here are several instances to be aware of: 2025 Letter to DHS Most recently, on September 23, 2025 Senator Grassley sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Immigration Basics: FAQ for Academic Advisors advising International Students

ISSS offices may use this template for creating their own institutional FAQ on immigration basics to share with academic advisers who often need to be aware of certain unique advising needs of international students. Tailor the FAQ to your institution and share with those on campus who may meet with

DAS Lerner Letter To Exchange Visitor Program Sponsors

On May 21, 2012, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Private Sector Exchange Robin Lerner sent a communication to J-1 exchange visitor programs, to apprise sponsors of her office’s “re-evaluation of our overall mission and the objectives we are pursuing through private sector exchanges.”