Immigration Check-In for Employees Scholars and Visitors

This immigration check-in is for UChicago foreign national employees, scholars, or visitors that are new to the J-1, H-1B, TN, or E-3 statuses. 

Completing your immigration check-in is a crucial step to ensure your U.S. entry information has been successfully processed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. This check-in should be completed no more than 5 calendar days of your arrival in the U.S.

For J-1 visa holders, this process also allows OIA to validate your immigration record in the SEVIS system, confirming your compliance with federal regulations. This check-in helps maintain your J-1 status in the U.S., prevents potential issues with your immigration record, and ensures you can fully engage in your academic or professional activities without disruption.

Two-Step Immigration Check-In Process:

  1. Download and complete the Scholar, Visitor, and Employee Immigration Check-In Form (PDF) 

    • Important note: This form must be completed using Adobe. You will experience issues completing the form if you use any other software or online form filler. An incomplete form is an incomplete request which will delay our ability to process your check-in.

  2. Email the completed form, using subject line 'Immigration Check-In (YOUR NAME)' to international-affairs@uchicago.edu and include a copy of:

  • USCIS Approval Notice (required if you completed a J-1 change of status)