International Student Services is here to serve newly admitted and current F-1 and J-1 international students. We will work closely with you to advise and provide updated information about issues affecting your immigration status. Please review this information frequently and contact us if you have questions or concerns.

Ryan Coleman
Director of International Student Services

Ryan is the primary advisor for all F-1 international students studying at Georgetown Law.

Darius Ngo
Director of Operations, Office of Graduate & International Programs

Darius is the primary advisor for all J-1 international students studying at Georgetown Law.

We understand that immigration law can be uncertain and challenging for international students, and we are here to support you. To help navigate this complexity, the Office of Global Services at Georgetown University Main Campus created the U.S. Immigration Policy & Regulatory Updates page to provide reliable resources, and it will continue to be updated with the latest information and guidance.

Guidance from international student advisors does not constitute legal advice and should not be construed as such. You are encouraged to consult an immigration attorney for legal guidance. U.S. immigration authorities, including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of State (DOS), make determinations regarding individual immigration status and eligibility for benefits.

Travel Signatures

If you are leaving the United States before the office reopens or you are already overseas and in need of a travel signature or new Form I-20 or Form DS-2019, please email lawcentervisa@georgetown.edu to request a new immigration document. We will issue the Form I-20 or Form DS-2019 and email it to you when the office reopens.

 

Lost/Stolen Passport

If your passport is lost or stolen while you are in the United States, please contact your local embassy to apply for a replacement. Please note that some embassies require a police report in the case of a stolen passport.

 

Visa Delays

If you are a continuing student experiencing delays with your visa renewal, please contact your international student advisor when the office reopens to discuss your situation.

 

Immigration-Related Emergencies

Call the Department of Public Safety (DPS) at (202) 662-9325. Inform DPS that you are an international student and DPS will contact an advisor. Examples of immigration-related emergencies: trouble at the U.S. port of entry, immediate danger of deportation, arrest.