To travel outside the U.S., please have the following documents with you (in hand)
*Additional Documents For F-1 Students On OPT
How to request travel endorsement?
please fill out the online application on the left, and attach the following documents to question 8. Please allow at least 4 to 5 business days to process the request. When it's approved, you will get an I-20 with travel endorsement on the 2nd page.
Travel Guidelines
Travel while classes are in session will not be endorsed by MCC with some exceptions for emergencies. If there is an emergency requiring you to travel during classes, please attach proof when you submit your request.
MCC recommends checking whether travel advisories are active for your destination(s) when you prepare your international travel.
Travel Frequently Asked Questions
Q: My F-1 visa stamp has expired or I changed my status in the U.S. and do not have an F-1 visa stamp. Can I travel and reenter the country in F-1 status?
A: If you travel internationally without a valid F-1 visa you will need to apply for a new F-1 visa during your trip in order to return. Unfortunately the visa can be denied even though you have valid F-1 status. For this reason, MCC recommends avoiding non-essential international travel for students without valid F-1 visa stamps until you achieve your educational objectives in the U.S.
Q: Can I travel to Canada, Mexico, or an adjacent Island for 30 days or less without a valid F-1 visa stamp?
A: You may be able to using a process called automatic visa revalidation in this situation. Please review the link about automatic visa revalidation to see if it applies to your situation and to know the documents you will need. There is still a risk of being denied entry to the U.S. upon your return. Please speak with your DSO if you are planning to use automatic visa revalidation to reenter the U.S.