Scripps Research Logo

International Office

Maintaining Legal Status in the U.S.

All international visitors engaged in research at Scripps must check in at the International Office upon arrival. Scholars and students in F or J status must report to the International Office with their immigration documents within 30 days of arrival into the U.S. to have their arrival validated in the SEVIS database. Failure to check-in in a timely manner will result in an inability to remain in the U.S. and conduct research.

All non-immigrant visitors must maintain their legal status in the U.S. by adhering to the federal regulations for their visa classification and by making sure their immigration documents including passport, I-94 Card, and eligibility document (such as the DS-2019 or I-20 form) do not expire. Please consult the International Office staff for assistance.

All international scholars must notify U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services and the Scripps International Office within 10 days of a change of residential address by completing immigration form AR-11.

If you prefer, you can also complete the AR-11 form entirely online using the USCIS Online Change of Address site.