How can I transfer my student visa from one school to another?

Transferring your student visa from one school to another can be a complicated process. Depending on whether you are an F-1, J-1, or other type of student visa holder, the steps you need to take and the amount of time it takes can vary. If you are an F-1 student in Washington, the first step is to contact the Designated School Official (DSO) at your current school. The DSO is responsible for maintaining and issuing student documents, and will be able to provide you with the proper forms needed for a transfer. Once you have completed the transfer form, you will need to submit it to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). If the transfer is approved, you will then enroll in at least one course at the new school. In some cases, you may need to pay an additional fee. Once the transfer has been approved, your student visa will be reissued with the new school’s information. You should then contact the DSO at the new school to confirm they have received your paperwork. You may need to provide additional documents, such as a statement of financial support or transcripts from your current school. It is also important to remember that there are restrictions and deadlines related to transfers. You cannot start classes at the new school until the transfer has been approved and the visa is reissued. Additionally, you will have to go through a process to transfer any scholarships or other financial aid you may have received at the previous school.

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