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Current students and scholars: If you have already opened an application or form, please log in to the Terra Dotta Software (TDS) Portal (What is TDS?) to review and submit any pending or previous forms:
This section provides a list of campus and community resources that can help international students address common issues faced during their stay at UD and in the United States.
New Student Forms
Student Employment - F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT) Forms
Student Employment - F-1 Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Forms
Student Employment - J-1 Academic Training Forms
Student Employment - J-1 On-Campus Employment Forms
Student Employment - Social Security Forms
Student I-20/DS-2019 Updates/Extensions
ADDITIONAL STUDENT FORMS
To update your local address in the U.S., update your mailing address in UDSIS. This address must remain a U.S. address. Updating any other address in UDSIS will not result in an update to CGPS and the government. It is your responsibility to update your information within 10 days of the change.
Student Request for Travel Signature
Submit this application with your I-20/DS-2019 each time you plan to travel outside the U.S. If you have left the U.S. without a travel signature, you can request a reprint of your document with a travel signature using this form (you will need to register for express shipping to have it shipped to you).
Request for Authorization for Reduced Course Load
Submit this application if you will be enrolled less than full time (only allowed one time per academic level in addition to the last semester of study if needed). Those requesting Medical Reduced Courseload should also complete their request via this application.
Use this application to submit a request to transfer your SEVIS record to another school.
Request Dependent I-20/DS-2019
Submit this application to request a new I-20/DS-2019 for dependent(s).
Use this form if you are a student at any institution interested in taking part-time classes at UD to count toward your minimum requirement. Only use this form if you are taking part-time classes at UD and part-time classes at another institution. Do not use this form for reduced course load or if you have been dismissed from UD and do not have a valid I-20. Only students who have a valid I-20 in a matriculated program are eligible to use this form. This form must be completed before you engage in dual enrollment.
Certification of Translation Form
This form must be completed by a UD staff or faculty member who is providing translation of documents into English.
Eligibility for Payment for Non-U.S. Citizens Through Procurement Services
(Note: This form is fillable.) This form must be completed for any request for Honorarium or Payment for Services of a Non-U.S. citizen through Procurement. All suppliers/payees, including non-U.S. students/scholars, must be registered in the UDX Supplier Portal to receive payment. Registration requires completion of a W-8 form, which may be submitted using the UDX system-generated, pre-populated tax document (preferred) or by manually uploading the form.
- Complete this form for any honorarium or payment for services involving a non-U.S. citizen before engaging Procurement to invite the individual to register in the UDX Supplier Portal.
- Submit the completed form along with the required supporting documents listed on page 2. It is the responsibility of the engaging department to complete this form in advance. Procurement Services will assume this step has been completed upon receipt of a request to register a supplier and issue payment. This form is not required for reimbursement of travel or living expenses.
For more information, visit the Procurement website or email procurement@udel.edu.
Student I-20/DS-2019 Reprint Request
Complete this application if you need to request a new I-20/DS-2019 because your document was lost, damaged, or stolen.
LETTER REQUEST FORMS
Invitation letters
These letters are not required by the embassy to issue B-1/B-2 visas. The Student/Scholar should provide a copy of their I-20/DS-2019 to the relative applying for the tourist visa. You can also send an Enrollment Verification Certificate along with the copy of the I-20/DS-2019 (for students only).
Status letters
You can print an Enrollment Verification Certificate directly from your UDSIS student page. This letter along with a copy of your I-20 or DS-2019 should suffice in proving your status.
Other Letter Requests
Please email oiss@udel.edu regarding requests for any other letters.
Enrollment Verification Certificates can be printed online from your UDSIS page.
For funding letters, please contact your Department.
The following forms are used for ELI students who need to submit the appropriate requests below.
Please note: You must use your UDEL username and password. You will be required to type in your 2 Factor Authenticator code. You must click on the green "Submit Application" button in Terra Dotta to complete your request.
ELI STUDENTS
ELI Change of Level: Pre-AT to AT
If you have met your Pre-AT requirements and it has been approved by the ELI and you need a new Pathway I-20, use this application to submit your request.
Watch the video tutorial below for all of the steps to complete this form.
ELI I-20/DS-2019 Program Extension
You should use this application if you need to extend your I-20/DS-2019.
Watch the video tutorial below for all of the steps to complete this form.
ELI I-20/DS-2019 Reprint Request
Complete this application if you need to request a new I-20/DS-2019 because your document was lost, damaged, or stolen.
ELI Medical Leave of Absence
Submit this application if you are unable to attend classes full time due to a medical condition. A doctor’s letter is also required in the application.
ELI Student SEVIS Transfer-In Form
Complete, print, and sign this form and provide it to the international student advisor at your current school processing your SEVIS transfer to UD. When complete, please upload this form in your I-20/DS-2019 Request.
ELI Transfer Out Form
Use this application to submit a request to transfer your SEVIS record to another school.
Watch the video tutorial below for all of the steps to complete this form.
On Campus Employment Eligibility
On-Campus Employment (J)
This application is for J-1 Students ONLY. This form is to report your on-campus employment to CGPS. On-campus employment for J-1 student visa holders can be authorized for up to 12 months. You must renew your authorization for the on-campus employment every 12 months (or if you end/change employment) by completing this form.
All J-1 Scholar and H-1B forms can be accessed through the TDS Portal.
For UD Faculty & Staff Only
J-1 and H-1B forms can be accessed through the TDS Portal.
LPR Forms
Special International Group Forms
OTHER FORMS
O-1 Extraordinary Ability Initial Review Form
(Note: This form is fillable.)
(Note: This form is fillable.)
Eligibility for Payment for Non-U.S. Citizens Through Procurement Services
(Note: This form is fillable.) This form must be completed for any request for Honorarium or Payment for Services of a Non-U.S. citizen through Procurement. All suppliers/payees, including non-U.S. students/scholars, must be registered in the UDX Supplier Portal to receive payment. Registration requires completion of a W-8 form, which may be submitted using the UDX system-generated, pre-populated tax document (preferred) or by manually uploading the form.
- Complete this form for any honorarium or payment for services involving a non-U.S. citizen before engaging Procurement to invite the individual to register in the UDX Supplier Portal.
- Submit the completed form along with the required supporting documents listed on page 2. It is the responsibility of the engaging department to complete this form in advance. Procurement Services will assume this step has been completed upon receipt of a request to register a supplier and issue payment. This form is not required for reimbursement of travel or living expenses.
For more information, visit the Procurement website or email procurement@udel.edu.
ISSS Disclaimer: The information contained on this web site is provided as a service to international students, faculty, staff, employees, and administrators at the University of Delaware, and does not constitute legal advice on any immigration, tax, or other matter. As legal advice must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case, and laws are constantly changing, nothing provided herein should be used as a substitute for the advice of official counsel. For assistance on your immigration status, we encourage you to contact an ISS advisor for specific guidance at oiss@udel.edu.
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