News
Diversity Immigrant Visa Program - 2011
The Diversity visa program is open for 2011. The registration period runs from October 2, 2009 through November 30, 2009. You will find complete instructions via this link.
I-539 Applications to Extend/Change Non-immigrant Status
The Office of Foreign Faculty and Scholars will soon offer a new service to families of the University's international employees. Starting this June, OFFS will offer assistance with the preparation of I-539 Applications to Extend/Change Non-immigrant status on behalf of these family members. OFFS will provide explanations of the form and questions asked on the form, required supporting documents and filling information. Cost of the service is $100.00, with checks to be made payable to "Case Western Reserve University".
The service will be offered by appointment, only. Contact Richard Friedman at OFFS, by phone at extension 368-4289 or by e-mail at rlf13@case.edu.
Please note: This service will be available after June 1, 2008.
J1 Policy Change
Effective April 18, 2008, there is a new policy from the US Department of State concerning J1 travel outside the USA. When a J1 will be traveling outside the USA for work purposes, it will be their responsibility to not only have their DS-2019 signed as is currently done, but to also provide the following:
- Their travel dates/ both departure and return dates
- The address at which they will be staying while out of the country
This information will be entered into their SEVIS record.
Green Card Policy Chnage
Effective October 1, 2007, there is a new University Policy for the employment of nonimmigrant workers and immigrant worker petitions (green cards). Departments are encouraged to call FFS for complete details or when contemplating permanent residence for their workers.
