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  • Applying for a U.S. Visa in Canada or Mexico

    Third Country Nationals (TCNs) who wish to apply for a U.S. nonimmigrant visa in Canada or Mexico must make an appointment for an interview at a U.S. Consulate. In general, it can be more difficult f

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  • Faculty & Administrators

    Scholar Request Forms J-1 Exchange Visitor Program Resource Guide for Faculty & Administrators (PDF) Department Newsletters Spring 2023 Spring 2

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  • Statistics on Georgetown's International Community

    International students, faculty, and researchers are an integral part of the Georgetown University community. Georgetown's international character is a point of pride for the university and a major el

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  • Social Security Number

    In order to work in the United States, you must obtain a Social Security Number (SSN) from the Social Security Administration (SSA). A non-US citizen may obtain an SSN if they have permission to work

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  • Curricular Practical Training (CPT)

    Quick Information & Links Basics: Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is an F-1 off-campus authorization for paid and unpaid positions directly related to the major field of study listed on Page

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  • Scholar Forms

    J-1 Status (Students and Scholars) J-1 Scholar Request Form (PDF) J-1 Student Intern Application (PDF) Training/Internship Placement Plan (T/IPP) for interns (PDF) J-1 Student Intern Ev

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  • Safety

    Know Your Rights If You are Stopped at the Airport (PDF) If You are Stopped By Police (PDF) Campus & Neighborhood Safety Georgetown University Police Department (GUPD)   Li

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  • E-3 Australians and 0-1 Extraordinary Ability

    E-3 Status for Australian Nationals The E-3 is a nonimmigrant status used to bring Australian nationals to the United States temporarily to employ them in positions that require specialized traini

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  • TN Status for Canadian & Mexican Citizens

    TN status is a nonimmigrant visa classification available to Canadian and Mexican citizens who are qualified members of certain pre-determined occupations (see the full list below). Qualifying profes

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  • H-1B Temporary Workers

      Sponsorship Process The following information is general information about the sponsorship process. For Georgetown University employees, please see the specific instructions on the H-1B Re

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