Postdoctoral Appointees - Visa Information

Visa and Social Security Information Links

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) (formerly the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service). This site contains immigration forms and fees; immigration services; immigration classifications and visa categories; field office addresses and information; immigration laws, regulations and guides, immigration public information.

Department of Homeland Security US-VISIT Program This site provides information on the new entry/exit system that requires all non-immigrant U.S. visa holders to be fingerprinted and photographed. The site also includes a fact sheet, press releases, and frequently asked questions.

U.S. Social Security Administration - information in 14 languages on what visa classes are eligible for employment, when you need a SSN and when you don't, how to apply for a social security number.

Disclaimer

The information provided here does not take into account varying circumstances, including frequent changes in federal immigration laws, that may affect visa eligibility. Contact the Visa Office for additional information regarding visas for the employment of non-U.S. citizens.