Congratulations on your admission to the University of California, Berkeley! The staff at Berkeley International Office takes great pride in welcoming you to our campus. Our role is to ease your adjustment to the academic community and to support you in your endeavors while you successfully complete your program of study.

Pre-Arrival Information
    F-1, J-1 or Other Status: Which one is right for you?
    How to get an I-20 or DS-2019
    International Student Expenses at UC Berkeley

The Non-Immigrant Information Form
    The Non-Immigrant Information Form (NIF)
    Check Your NIF Processing Status
    Required Funding Documentation
    Guarantee of Financial Support Form - UCB Departments
    Guarantee of Financial Support Form - Private Sponsor
    Frequently Asked Questions about the NIF
    How To Receive Documents via Federal Express Mail
    
Visa and Immigration Matters
    Applying for a U.S. Visa
    What is the SEVIS Fee?
    F-1 and J-1 Transfer Process
    Other Visa Types (non-F or J)

Arrival Information
    Entering the U.S. - Customs and Immigration
    Airports and Transport to UCB Campus
    Arrival Checklist - Things To Do (before classes start)
    Early Arrival Housing Accommodations (on-campus)
    On Campus Move-In Day Instructions and Parking Permits
    Finding Permanent Housing
    Pre-Arrival Instructions for EAP Students

Check-In and Orientation
    Check-in and Orientation
    Registration Requirements

Practical Matters
    Campus Student Organizations
     International Student Organizations
    Money Matters
    Health Services and Insurance
    Social Security Numbers
    Financial Aid
    Transportation
    Banking
    Health and Safety
    Legal Resources
    Cultural Adjustment
    Shopping
    Resource: Everything You Need to Know About Berkeley