On July 17, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a final rule to end ‘duration of status’ (D/S) for F and J visa holders. The rule will become effective on September 15, 2026. Georgetown previously submitted a comment to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in opposition to this rule. This will impact students in F or J status, scholars in J status, and alumni with OPT, STEM OPT, or AT authorization. The Office of Global Services (OGS) and the Office of General Counsel are reviewing the final rule and will communicate changes and implications to the Georgetown community after August 3, 2026 via the OGS Elimination of Duration of Status (D/S) webpage and emails to affected individuals.
The Office of Global Services continues to work in a hybrid work mode. We are currently offering hybrid advising during our regular 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: Request by Google Form; 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.
Deadline
Form I-20/Form DS-2019 Requests: 30 days before the program start date.
Upcoming Events
All Upcoming EventsF-1 & J-1 Off-Campus Internship and Work OptionsJul. 28
- 11:00 am
- Virtual on Zoom
New International Graduate Student OrientationAug. 17
- 2:00 pm
- TBA
New International Undergraduate Student OrientationAug. 21
- 2:00 pm
- Healey Family Student Center Social Room & Herman Room
New International Graduate Student OrientationAug. 25
- 2:00 pm
- 125 Massachusetts Avenue, Lower Level Auditorium
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.