Form and Application

Academic Records Drop-Off and Document Authenticity Affidavit

Students dropping off copies of original academic documents at the OISS front desk or those submitting copies of academic documents by post must submit this affidavit together with the copies.

Declaration of Financial Support

Each individual contributing to the named student’s education must complete this form.

Applying for a Social Security Card

This document contains information about how to apply for a Social Security Card.

Concurrent Enrollment Form

Students with concurrent enrollment at another school must complete this electronic form in order to count credits from another school toward the full-time enrollment requirement.

Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Authorization

This form is to be completed by student and academic advisor when requesting curricular practical training (CPT) authorization.

Change of Status to F-1 Guidance

This document contains information about how to change to F-1 status via application or via travel.

Dependent Information Form

This form is used to share information regarding F-2 dependents.

Document Pick-up Form

This form may be used when authorizing someone else to pick-up a document from the OISS on your behalf.

Driver's License Translation Request

This request should be used to request an official translation of your driver's license for the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). Your driver's license translation verification will be facilitated by an OISS staff member. The translation will be printed on water-marked IU letterhead. Please complete the form and upload a scanned copy of your driver's license and your personal translation of your driver's license. **This request should ONLY be used for you or your F-2 dependent. We cannot translate driver's licenses for other relatives, friends or those not affiliated with IU South Bend.**

Emergency Loan Application

This form is required to apply for an emergency loan from the OISS.

Extension of Stay for F-1 Students

This form is used by students who require additional time to complete academic program requirements and are requesting an extended I-20.

Family Invitation Letter Request

The OISS will write up to four letters of invitation per visit for your family members. Please complete the information on the form and allow 2 business days for the OISS to create the letters. You will receive an e-mail when your letters are ready for pick-up from the OISS. The OISS will also send scanned copies of your letters to you.

Fee Remission Scholarship Application

This application is used to apply for the International Student Fee Remission Scholarship.

International Student Status Verification

International students may use the standard Enrollment Verification form linked from One.IU. If this certificate is not sufficient to the purpose, please contact the OISS.

Leave of Absence Authorization

This form is required to request a leave of absence from the University.

Online Course Regulatory Information

This document clarifies the regulations regarding F-1 students in online courses.

OPT Employer Information Update

Students on OPT may use this form to notify the OISS of employer updates. OISS should be notified of new employment within 10 days.

Orientation Volunteer Sign-up

Want to assist with International Student Orientation? Click here to sign-up!

Reduced Course Load (RCL) Authorization

This form is used to request approval for Reduced Course Load (RCL). Student must remain enrolled and attending classes full-time while awaiting OISS approval.

Reinstatement to F-1 Informational Form

This document clarifies the process for being reinstated to F-1 status after losing status.

SACM Transcript Release

This document is required of all students sponsored by SACM in order to authorize OISS and the Bursar's office to send transcripts to SACM as is a required part of the SACM scholarship. The form may be typed or handwritten, but most be printed and contain an original signature when turned in to the OISS.

Transfer IN Form

This form is used to notify the OISS of your intent to transfer your F-1 immigration status into IU South Bend. The OISS uses the information to update your SEVIS record.

Transfer OUT Form

This form is used to notify the OISS of your intent to transfer your F-1 immigration status to another school. The OISS uses the information to update your SEVIS record with the name of the school to which you will transfer and your transfer release date.

Contact

If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us in the Office of International Student Services.

We are located in the Administration Building Room 140.  The office is open from 8:00am until 5:00pm Monday through Friday.