What does it mean?

Visa revocation: This means that your visa (that has been stamped in your passport) is no longer valid for re-entry into the US.

SEVIS termination: The termination of a student record in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) shows that the nonimmigrant no longer has F-1 status and their I-20 is no longer valid.

For a terminated SEVIS record, the student has no grace period officially. The student must either apply for reinstatement or prepare to depart the US immediately.

Note: Visa revocation does not mean that your SEVIS record is also terminated. Visa revocation itself simply means that your future re-entry into the US is not valid. But, following SEVIS termination, a student’s visa is usually also revoked. SEVIS termination is an indication that your F1 status is not active, and action needs to be taken.

 

How would the student be notified ?

Typically, after a student’s visa has been revoked, they receive an email from the US consulate who issued the student’s visa to the email address that they provided during the visa interview (not necessarily their OSU email).

If a student’s SEVIS record has been terminated, the student will not receive any direct notification from SEVP. However, the ISS office is monitoring the system and will contact you regarding any terminated record.

Please monitor both your personal email that you provided for your visa application and your okstate email for any information regarding your status.

Why does it happen?

 

Unfortunately, we cannot know for sure. The reason for termination varies vastly. The common reasons for termination include:

1. Failure to maintain status
2. Suspension from current program
3. Unauthorized employment
4. Unauthorized Drop below full course

 

 You can find the full list here. 

The ISS office cannot provide legal advice or represent students in a legal capacity.

 

What should you do if you receive a notification?

 

First, contact the ISS office immediately at iss@okstate.edu

Confirm with your Designated School Official regarding your specific circumstances.

 

How do i contact the ISS office :

 

You can reach the ISS office via email at iss@okstate.edu

Or call us at (405)-744-5459

Or you can walk in at 309 Wes Watkins 

Our operating Hours are:

Monday - Friday

8:00 am - 11:45 pm

1:00 pm - 4:45 pm

We understand that this may pose challenges for our international community, and the ISS office is here to offer appropriate support to all our international students.

If you require any mental health resources during this challenging time, please find the resources here.

Regards,

ISS