New Scholar Check-In

As a new scholar [postdocs, researchers,, short-term scholars, and visiting researchers] you must come to the International Center and complete New Scholar Check-In. You are required by law to complete this process so the IC can "validate" your immigration status.

When Can I Check-In?

Check-In Sessions are every week during the following times:

• Monday 9am-11am
• Wednesday 2pm-4pm
• Friday 9am-11am

** Check-in sessions will not be available during scheduled university holidays.

What Is Required for Check-in?

• Scholar Check-In Form
• UCI Department Invitation Letter
• Copies of:
  • Passport
  • Visa Stamp
  • I-94 Card [front and back]
  • EAD Card [if applicable]
  • DS-2019 [for J-1 visa holders]/I-20 [for F-1 visa holders]
  • J-1 Scholar Online Orientation Receipt [for J-1 visa holders only]
  • Dependent Information [if applicable]
    • Copies of the above listed documents for your dependents are required.
  • If your J-1 is not sponsored by UCI, an approval letter for employment authorization at UCI from your sponsoring agency is required.
• Proof of health insurance [check-in cannot be completed without health insurance].

Where Can I Check-In?

You will need to come to the International Center [UCI Student Center, G302] to complete the check-in process.

What Happens After I Check-In?

• After you have successfully completed the check-in process, you will receive an Employment Eligibility Form from the IC which will confirm your check-in is complete. You will need to schedule an appointment and take this form to your hosting department to begin the employment process.
• You will also need to apply for a Social Security Number if you do not already have one. You can only apply for a social security after you have completed check-in at the IC.

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