The Office of Global Services (OGS) & Georgetown University are closed on Monday, January 20th for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Inauguration Day. OGS will reopen at 9:00am Eastern on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
We remain available for immigration emergencies: internationalservices.georgetown.edu/closed
During this time, there will be no virtual or in-person walk-in advising.
OGS staff work during business hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
First Step: Search this website for answers.
Immigration Advising: By email or appointment.
Travel Signature: Requested and issued by email.
In-Person Signature: Required for F-1 Social Security Number and J-1 On-Campus Work Authorization.
Work & Internships: See details for each type of authorization.
General Inquiry: Please email internationalservices@georgetown.edu.
Immigration Emergency: After hours, call GUPD via 202-687-4343.
Form I-20/Form DS-2019 Student Requests
Summer 2025 Requests open on February 3, 2025.
Fall 2025 Requests open on March 3, 2025.
Upcoming Events
All Upcoming EventsAvoiding Immigration Scams Webinar – GUPD / OGSJan. 29
- 3:00 pm
- Zoom
Introduction to Interstride and MyVisaJobsFeb. 3
- 12:00 pm
- Zoom
Employment Immigration Updates for Career AdvisorsFeb. 3
- 3:00 pm
- Zoom
Optional Practical Training (OPT) WorkshopFeb. 5
- 3:00 pm
- Zoom
OGS Community Values
The Office of Global Services (OGS) is proud of Georgetown University’s long history of welcoming people from around the world, of its tradition to care for each person according to his or her needs (cura personalis), and of its commitment to safeguard the dignity of all individuals.
International Student & Scholar Services cherishes the diversity of cultural and religious backgrounds and philosophical viewpoints that our international community brings to the University. Each international student and each international scholar is a valued and respected member of our community. Our office rededicates itself to serving and supporting the safety and well-being of all members of this community as they work toward expanding their knowledge and enhancing ours.