The Student and Exchange Visitor Information System was initiated in 2003 to track and monitor the status and activities of nonimmigrant students (F visa and M visa students), along with exchange visitors (J visa holders).  SEVIS is a web-based system managed by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program, which is administered by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). SEVIS collects information on nonimmigrant students, exchange visitors, approved schools and exchange visitor program sponsors.  This information is available to a number of government agencies.

Here is the link to ICE’s comprehensive series of FAQs on the SEVIS program.

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