Documents & Signatures
When traveling internationally or within the United States, all international students and exchange visitors must carry the proper travel documents, described below. If traveling internationally, you should make sure you have a valid travel signature on your I-20 or DS-2019 before departing from the United States.
Please click on your current visa status below to see what travel documents you need to re-enter the United States. You can also see more details in the High-Risk Travel Periods section. Please speak with an ISSS advisor about any travel concerns.
Documents Needed for Travel to the United States
International students, exchange visitors, and dependents in F or J status need to carry the documents listed below in order to enter the United States in lawful F or J status. If visitors are missing any travel documentation, they may face problems when entering the United States. Please note that admittance to the United States is granted solely at the discretion of Customs and Border Protection (CBP), even for visitors with complete travel documentation.
Contact Us
212.229.5592
iss@newschool.edu
Location
University Center
63 Fifth Avenue, suite 419
Front Desk—Document Pickup and Appointment Check-In
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Wednesday: Closed for processing
Phone Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Wednesday: Closed for processing
Virtual Drop-In Advising
Tuesday and Thursday: 2:00–4:00 p.m. Meeting link
One-on-One In-Person and Virtual Advising
Enrolled students: Sign up through Stellic
Non-enrolled students: Call the office to schedule an appointment
Emergency After-Hours Phone
212.229.7001
