Article # 7
How do I use the OIS HelpDesk?
Short description: How do I use the OIS HelpDesk?...
Resolution: For information on what the OIS HelpDesk at NC State is, please see the related KnowledgeBase (KB) article, What is the OIS HelpDesk? The OIS HelpDesk is designed for OIS customers (international students, applicants, scholars, staff and faculty who work with the international community, etc.,) an...
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Group: OIS HelpDesk
Last modified: Nov 23, 2009
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Article # 3
F-1 Program Extension
Short description: How do I extend my I-20?...
Resolution: A student in F-1 status who cannot complete the academic program before the end date on the Form I-20 (Item #5), should request a program extension in order to stay in lawful status. A program extension request must be submitted through the OIS HelpDesk system and must be completed before the expira...
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Last modified: Nov 24, 2009
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Article # 19
Change Major/Curriculum
Short description: How do I change my major or curriculum on my I-20 or DS-2019?...
Resolution: If a student would to change his/her major/curriculum at NC State, he/she must first request the curriculum change through their academic department. Graduate student requests must be approved in the Graduate School who will then notify OIS electronically and via paper memo about the change in majo...
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Last modified: Nov 23, 2009
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Article # 1
Appointments with an OIS Advisor
Short description: How do I make an appointment with an OIS advisor?...
Resolution: The preferred way for students, staff, and faculty to schedule an appointment with an OIS advisor is by calling the OIS main office telephone (919.515.2961) and asking the receptionist to find a mutually convenient day and time. OIS advisors are usually scheduled several days into the future and it ...
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Group: OIS HelpDesk
Last modified: Nov 23, 2009
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Article # 14
Changed Status; Status update
Short description: What should I do if I change my immigration status?...
Resolution: Many foreign nationals will change their nonimmigrant status while in the US. A change of status may be the result of a relative s status change, approval of a visa petition, or even a visa lottery. Please update OIS of any visa change as soon as possible so we can reflect the change in the Univers...
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Last modified: Nov 23, 2009
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Article # 28
OPT Post-completion
Short description: How do I apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT)? When am I eligible?...
Resolution: Optional Practical Training is an employment benefit that allows eligible students in F-1 status to engage in off-campus employment when it is related to their major. Students must receive their advisor s (DGP for graduate students) recommendation and must apply to USCIS for the authorization with a...
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Last modified: Nov 23, 2009
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Article # 24
Invitation Documents for Spouse, Family, Friends
Short description: What do I need to do in order to invite my family, relatives, or friends to visit me in the US?...
Resolution: If F-1 or J-1 students or scholars would like their parents, friends, or other relatives to visit them in the United States temporarily, they may - in order to help with the relative s application for a tourist visa - write a brief letter of invitation in order for their relatives obtain a temporary...
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Group: OIS HelpDesk
Last modified: Nov 22, 2009
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Article # 9
J-1 Academic Training (Student)
Short description: How can I apply for J-1 Academic Training?...
Resolution: J-1 students may be authorized by their program sponsor (OIS if the DS-2019 was issued by OIS) to engage in off-campus employment under the rubric of J-1 Academic Training, but the specific employment must be authorized in SEVIS before the J-1 student begins work. The job offer must be for a tempora...
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Last modified: Nov 23, 2009
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Article # 51
Social Security Number
Short description: How do I apply for a social security number?...
Resolution: Students or scholars in F-1 or J-1 status will need to collect the following documentation to apply for a social security number: passport and visaI-94 cardI-20 (for F-1 students) or DS-2019 (for J-1 students/scholars)Letter confirming employment (make sure it is an original signed letter with job t...
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Last modified: Nov 23, 2009
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Article # 2
To whom should I ask my immigration questions and solicit immigration advice?
Short description: Getting immigration advice...
Resolution: We ask all international students (and dependents, student applicants and visiting scholars) to ask an OIS advisor only for assistance with immigration questions. Students and scholars should first check the OIS website or OIS HelpDesk for common questions and answers. If the answer to your question...
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Last modified: Nov 23, 2009
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