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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><b><i><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>If you are traveling <u>within</u> the U.S.</span></i></b> during spring break it is strongly recommended that you keep your immigration documents (visa, passport, I-94, and I-20) with you at all times. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><i><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>If you are traveling <u>outside</u> the U.S.</span></i></b> during spring break please remember the following about your immigration documents:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Your <b><i><span style='background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow'>I-20 must have a travel signature on the last page of the I-20 signed/dated within 12 months</span></i></b> of the date you plan to re-enter the U.S. A signature is not required each time you depart and is valid for 12 months beyond the date of the signature. <b><i><span style='color:red'>Please see below for information on how to request a travel signature. </span></i></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>If your <b><i><span style='background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow'>visa has expired</span></i></b> then you will need to renew your visa before you may re-enter the U.S. For more information visit the Department of State <a href="http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/types/types_1268.html">website</a> or Immigration and Customs Enforcement <a href="http://www.ice.gov/sevis/travel/faq_f2.htm">website</a>. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Your <b><i><span style='background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow'>passport must be valid for at least six (6) months</span></i></b> from the date you re-enter the U.S.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Your <b><i><span style='background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow'>I-94 must be turned in at your point of departure</span></i></b> (ex…airport) and you will be issued a new I-94 when you re-enter the U.S. If you fail to turn in your I-94 before you depart the U.S. please contact the ISSO. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>The <b><i><span style='background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow'>Department of State website recommends F-1 students</span></i></b> be prepared to provide proof of financial support (bank and sponsor statement) and an unofficial transcript at the port of entry. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><i><span style='font-size:14.0pt;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow'>To request a travel signature</span></i></b> complete the Travel Signature Request Form at <a href="http://www.tamu-commerce.edu/international/forms/travelsignaturerequestform%28c%29.pdf">http://www.tamu-commerce.edu/international/forms/travelsignaturerequestform%28c%29.pdf</a> and it is attached as well. You will need to bring your I-20 to the ISSO in Halladay 104 or mail it to the ISSO at the address listed on the Travel Signature Request Form. A travel itinerary may be requested at the discretion of the ISSO. You may also come in person to the ISSO to complete a travel request form and drop off your I-20. Please make your request at least 1-2 weeks prior to your departure to allow the ISSO time to process your request. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>If you will miss any classes during your travels then a letter from all of your instructor(s) whose class(s) you will miss is required. This letter will be issued at the discretion of your instructor(s). For a sample letter please click <a href="http://www.tamu-commerce.edu/international/forms/Faculty%20travel%20letter.pdf">here</a>. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The purpose of this letter is two-fold: the letter is for the port of entry official in case there are questions/concerns when you re-enter the U.S. and so the ISSO can ensure the academic department is aware of the student’s travel plans in case the student’s plans impact their academic progress. A signature on the letter from the department head and/or dean of the college may be required in certain circumstances. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>John Mark Jones, Director<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>International Student Services<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Texas A&M University-Commerce<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>PO Box 3011<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Commerce TX 75429<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>(P) 903-886-5097<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>(F) 903-468-3200<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>