Northern Michigan University

Travel Tips

1. Hand carry (do not check) the following documents:
a. Your passport
b. Your SEVIS form I-20 or DS-2019
c. Evidence of financial resources
d. Evidence of student or exchange visitor status, such as tuition receipts, transcripts or letter of acceptance
e. Paper receipt for the SEVIS fee
f. The name and contact information of your designated school official or sponsor

Important Note: If you are a new student, remember to carry with you the sealed envelope given to you by the U.S. Department of State’s Consular Officer -- attached to your passport. It is important that you do not open this envelope.

2. Inform the CBP Officer at the port of entry as soon as possible that you will be a new or returning student or exchange visitor in the United States.

3. Report to your school or program upon arrival so that your school official can validate your participation in SEVIS.

4. Maintain contact with your designated school or sponsor official throughout your stay to ensure your SEVIS data is updated and accurate.

Information obtained from the SEVIS release dated 04 January 2005