Immigration Naturalization
Immigration & Naturalization Procedures
Once accepted by Alvin Community College, you will be sent an I-20AB form. This form is needed to secure an F-1 Visa (or IAP-66) in order to obtain an M-1 Visa from the U.S. Consulate or Embassy in your home country. The U.S. Consular officer may ask for other documents (such as the sponsor's financial statement) before issuing a visa. With the student visa, a passport, and the form issued by the college, you may enter the U.S.
You will be given one additional document by the immigration officer at the U.S. border called the 1-94 Arrival/Departure Record. This document shows your status when you are admitted to the U.S. and how long you may stay. It also shows your unique ÌÇÐÄÍøÒ³°æ Number which is used to identify you with INS.
Students in F-1 or M-1 status must follow certain regulations to stay legally in the U.S. Students must: 1) be enrolled full-time during the academic year, 2) not drop below full-time enrollment during the semester, 3) notify the Advisor for International Students of any change in enrollment status.
Students who transfer from other U.S. institutions (F-1 students only) must provide copies of both sides of their current 1-20 and 1-94 card as part of their admission documentation. Transfers are made by the Advisor for International Students only. Once accepted by the college, a new I-20AB and transfer instructions are issued.
Effective October, 27, 2008 the Immigrations & Customs Enforcement (ICE) implemented a $200.00 I-901 application fee (payable prior to attaining Visa). Proof of payment must be provided prior to receiving your student visa, to your Consulate or Embassy.