Scholars

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• Non-Immigrant Status Options
• International Scholar Request Process (J-1, H-1B, E-3, O-1 & TN)
  • Credential Evaluation
  • Checklist for Scholars Being Sponsored for H-1B/E-3 Status
  • Bringing Family

Next Steps

Once a new scholars receives their Emory immigration documents, they should complete these pre-arrival steps in a timely manner:

• Step 1: New Scholar Pre-arrival Checklist
• Step 2: Understanding Immigration Documents
• Step 3: J-1 Exchange Visitor Requirements (including Paying the SEVIS Fee - J-1 Scholars Only)
• Step 4: Apply for a US Visa (Outside US) OR Change of Status (Inside US)
  • Consular Interview Tips
  • Visa Delays & Denials
• Step 5: Enter the US & Arrive on Campus
• Step 6: New Scholar Post-Arrival Checklist  

Review ISSS' Life in the US page to learn about housing, banking, mobile phones, driver's licenses, SSNs, and much more!

Maintenance of Status

• Maintenance of International Scholar Status
• Government Site Visits

Employment & Program Changes

• Change in Work Sites & Hours
• Change in Department/Position & Promotions
• Change in Program Length (Extend/Shorten)
• Concurrent Employment & Occasional Lectures and Consultations
• End of Program/Employment Options

• Change of Status
• Permanent Residency

• Apply for a US Visa
• Bringing Family
• Driver’s Licenses
• Find Your Scholar Advisor
• Get Involved (Programs & Events)
• Immigration Documents
• ISSS Link (E-form Requests)
• Life in the US (Housing, Banking, Healthcare, & Much More)
• Social Security Numbers (SSNs)
• Travel
• Updating Contact Information
• US Tax Filing Requirements