Mandatory ISS Check-in
All new F-1 students must complete an online check-in with ISS. Check-in allows us to register your SEVIS record as an attending student. Failure to complete check-in will result in the termination of your SEVIS record. Check-in is not the same as the New Student Session.
How to complete check-in
- After you have entered the US, complete the Check-in request in the International Student Portal.
- You will need your most recent I-94 info page (downloaded as a PDF) to complete the check-in. Do not upload your travel history.
- Do not forget to also go to myUW and update your local US address.
- This is required to register your SEVIS record.
- The address must be in Washington, not out of state.
- Even if you are temporarily at a hotel AirBnB, or VRBO, you must provide an address. You can update it again at myUW after you move.