If you plan to attend another school in the United States, you must transfer your SEVIS record to your new institution. Review the information below to understand transfer requirements, important deadlines, and how to submit your transfer request
Quick steps
To transfer your SEVIS record to another US institution:
- Receive admission from your new school
- Submit the SEVIS Transfer Out Request through myPassport
- Upload your new admission letter
- Select an appropriate SEVIS transfer release date
- Coordinate transfer timing with your new school
Submit your transfer request
To request that we transfer your SEVIS record, submit the SEVIS Transfer Out Request through myPassport. You will need to upload your admission letter as evidence. Providing the SEVIS code for your new school is helpful to ensure your record is transferred to the correct institution.
Transfer Out Request item checklist
- Admission letter from your new school
- SEVIS school code (if available)
- Your preferred transfer release date
Important transfer deadlines
If you are a current student, you must begin classes at your new school within five months of your last day at WSU. If you are on Optional Practical Training (OPT), you must begin classes within five months of your post‑completion OPT end date (if completing your OPT) or the SEVIS transfer release date (if you are ending your OPT early).
Transferring while on CPT or OPT
Students authorized for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) may continue any approved CPT employment at WSU until the Transfer Release Date.
For students on OPT, your OPT will end on the SEVIS Transfer Release Date. If you wish to complete OPT before transferring, you must select a release date that occurs after your OPT ends. A SEVIS transfer may be requested up until the end of the 60-day grace period following post-completion OPT.
Choosing a transfer release date
There is some flexibility when selecting your SEVIS transfer date. Current students are generally advised to choose a date shortly after the semester concludes. Your new school may also have preferences regarding transfer timing, so coordinating with them is recommended. Please note that the WSU International Programs Office does not complete other schools’ transfer‑in forms.
Traveling outside the United States
If you plan to travel outside the United States, time your transfer to take this into account. Ideally, you should re-enter the United States after your SEVIS transfer date and with your new school’s I-20.
Additional questions?
- Have questions about graduating, transferring, withdrawing, or maintaining your immigration status?
- Book an appointment with an International Advisor
- Email us