The Office of Global Services (OGS) will be closed on Friday, August 22nd and Monday, August 25th for orientation activities.
The Office of Global Services continues to work in a hybrid work mode. We are currently offering virtual advising during our regular Summer business hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 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: Call GUPD via 202-687-4343.
Deadlines
Form I-20/Form DS-2019 Student Requests: Spring 2026 student requests accepted on October 1
Upcoming Events
All Upcoming EventsF-1 Graduate International Student Immigration Session (Capitol Campus)Aug. 25
- 2:00 pm
- 125 East Street Lower Level Auditorium
Virtual H-1B Update Department TrainingSep. 4
- 11:00 am
- Virtual on Zoom
Employment Immigration Updates for Career AdvisorsSep. 22
- 10:00 am
- Virtual on Zoom
Curricular Practical Training WebinarSep. 23
- 3:00 pm
- Virtual on 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.
OGS 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.