Visa Applications for Family Members Coming for Graduation
If you would like family to come for your graduation, please note that ISSS does not write letters of invitation as the letter should be written by you. It will be helpful if they already have their return ticket (absolutely required by some consulates) and proof they have sufficient funding to cover their visit to the U.S.
There is no template, but you should include the following information in your letter of invitation. Be sure to sign your letter in BLUE ink.
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name
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SEVIS ID
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I-94 number
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U.S. address (it must match what is in SEVIS; another reason to be sure you keep your address current with ISSS and ODU)
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approximate dates of visit
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statement that your family/friends will be staying with you or whatever other arrangements have been made
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reason for the visit (graduation, visit, see new baby, etc.)
Copies you may need to attach to your letter (not all will be needed, based on your situation):
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printout of your LeoOnline transcript
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your I-20
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your passport (biographical info, document expiration date and visa)
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BOTH sides of your I-94
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if graduating, proof that your application has been approved by the Registrar
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baby's birth certificate
Web Resources
Take a look at the following sites for additional information regarding visitor visa applications.
Please e-mail ISSS if you have any further questions.
