Important COVID-19 Resources for Students and Schools from SEVP

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SEVP Spotlight

September 2020 | Volume 10 | Issue 3

DIRECTOR'S CORNER

As Fall Semester Begins, Important COVID-19 Resources for Students and Schools

COVID-19 Resources

The evolution of the COVID-19 global pandemic continues to affect the international student community in unprecedented ways. The U.S. education system has adjusted and responded, keeping campus safety a number one priority. As the fall semester begins, the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) understands the challenges that institutions are facing. I want to personally thank you once again for your cooperation in informing SEVP of your operational plans as we continuously work towards keeping the international student community informed during the ongoing pandemic.

As international students begin the fall semester, I would like to point out some valuable resources and reminders from SEVP and our government partners to help ensure compliance at SEVP-certified schools.

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Contact Us

 

The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) is dedicated to maintaining open communication with international students and academic officials. Our offices are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, except federal holidays at 703-603-3400 or SEVP@ice.dhs.gov.

 

If you need assistance with passwords or Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) technical help, email SEVISHelpDesk@ice.dhs.gov.

 

To report national vulnerabilities or national security concerns, contact ICE’s Counterterrorism and Criminal Exploitation Unit at CTCEU@ice.dhs.gov. To report exploitation of student visa programs, contact your local HSI special agent by calling 1-866-DHS-2-ICE (1-866-347-2423) or visit www.ice.gov.

 

Disclaimer: The information presented in SEVP Spotlight is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice.