WHAT’S NEW
SEVP Email Box Decommissioning
On May 22, 2026, SEVP permanently closed the SEVISHelpDesk@ice.dhs.gov and DMVSSAsevp@ice.dhs.gov inboxes. Direct all inquiries to SEVP@ice.dhs.gov and update your records today.
SEVP Fraud Hub
Designated school officials play a key role in preventing fraud to safeguard U.S. national security. The SEVP Fraud Hub contains helpful resources to detect and prevent fraud.
RECENT BLOGS
July 6, 2026
Summer DSO Refresher: Managing Breaks in Study
Some circumstances require students to leave the United States before completing their program of study. As a designated school official (DSO), you…
June 18, 2026
Key Responsibilities of DSOs at Community Colleges
Community colleges are an important part of the U.S. higher education system. Many community colleges across the United States hold Student and…
May 22, 2026
SEVP Email Box Decommissioning Completed on May 22, 2026
The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) closed the SEVISHelpDesk@ice.dhs.gov and DMVSSAsevp@ice.dhs.gov email inboxes on May 22, 2026.
TOOLS
Study in the States offers interactive resources to help schools and students understand the F and M student process.
School Certification Life Cycle
Review the School Certification Life Cycle for a step-by-step guide to the SEVP certification process for schools and programs in the United States.
Guide to Studying in the States
Use this tool to create a guide for understanding the rules that F-1 and M-1 students must follow to study in the United States.
School Search
Use the School Search tool to find SEVP-certified schools and programs that are eligible to enroll F and M students in the United States. Search the map by school name, location, education or visa type.
Resource Library
Download, print and share free visual graphics that explain SEVP certification and the F and M student process in the United States. You can search for resources using audience and topic filters.