Can SEVIS fee be transferred?
You do not need to pay the SEVIS fee again for the new college. To transfer the fee to another college, go onto the website and fill in the required details for payment status. If there is a valid record of your 1-901 fee, you will see the transfer button.
How long does the SEVIS fee transfer take?
You are eligible to request a SEVIS record transfer during the 60-day grace period following your program completion. However, remember to allow for 10 business days for ISS processing; contact ISS at least 10 days before the end of your 60-day grace period to request the SEVIS transfer.
How does SEVIS transfer work?
The transfer process is a way to electronically move Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) records and retain the same SEVIS identification (ID) number for the student. The SEVIS transfer process does both of the following: Sets a date on which responsibility for the student record transfers.
How many times we can transfer SEVIS?
Please note that you can only transfer your SEVIS record once you have completed your program and/or employment as only one institution can maintain your SEVIS record at a time.
How do I pay the SEVIS fee?
There are many forms of payment that can be used to pay the SEVIS fee. Your options include mailing in a bank check, sending a wire transfer, or paying by credit card.
How to pay the SEVIS fee?
You can pay with a credit or debit card when you submit your I-901 form online.
How much is SEVIS fee?
Who has to pay the Fee and how much is it: Each student or exchange visitor issued a Form I–20 or Form DS–2019 for initial status in a new program will be required to pay the fee to SEVP. The SEVIS fee is $200 for International Students (F-1) and $180 for Exchange Visitors (J-1).
How to pay SEVIS fee online?
Fill out the Form I-901 online.