Welcome!

Please read this page carefully before starting your online immigration check-in.

Who Needs to Check In?

All F-1 students must complete the check-in process:

• Within 10 days of arriving in the U.S. (if arriving from abroad)

• No later than 15 days after the first day of the semester

What You’ll Do in Check-In

• Upload immigration documents

• Confirm your personal and contact information

• Complete the mandatory information session online
  You will be directed to the F-1 Immigration Check-In eForm (link below).

Two Required Steps for All F-1 Students

1. College-Wide Orientation (in-person)

   • Learn SFBC policies and how to maintain F-1 status

   • Date will be sent by Student Life via email

2. Immigration Check-In (online)

   • Submit immigration documents for review

   • Must be completed to be eligible for SEVIS registration

Step-by-Step: Immigration Check-In

Step 1: Complete the New International Student Information Sessions course on Coursify
Step 2: Complete the Immigration Check-In Form:

• Provide:

  • Local U.S. address (no PO Boxes)

  • Emergency contact name & phone number

• Upload:

  • Valid passport

  • F-1 visa stamp (or Change of Status notice)

    • Canadian citizens: upload passport entry stamp

  • Form I-20

  • Most recent Form I-94

  • F-2 dependents: upload passport, visa, and I-20 for each dependent

For Transfer Students

If your SFBC I-20 says “Transfer Pending From: [School Name]”:

• You must complete your ISSD Check-In within 15 days of the semester start

• Once approved, you’ll receive a new I-20 for Continued Attendance

• Orientation is still required — even if you studied in the U.S. before

Important Employment Rules for F-1 Students

• Never work off-campus without written authorization (paid or unpaid)

• Do not work on-campus if you are out-of-status

• Always check with ISSD before starting:

  • Any job, internship, co-op, or volunteer role that looks like work

  • Any course with “internship” in the title or that requires work experience

• Working without authorization is a serious violation and can lead to deportation

✅ Tip: If you’re ever unsure, ask ISSD first. It’s better to double-check than risk your immigration status.

IMMIGRATION CHECK-IN FORM ⬇️