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. The role of Berkeley International Office is to ease your adjustment to the academic community and to support you in your sojourn here while you successfully complete your program of study.

On these web pages you will find useful information to help you prepare for your arrival to Berkeley.

Visa and Immigration Matters
    F-1, J-1 or Other Status: Which one is right for you?
    The Non-Immigrant Information Form (NIF)
    How to get an I-20 or DS-2019
    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 on Campus (before classes start)
    Temporary Housing Accommodations
    Finding Housing

Check-In and Orientation
    Check-in Schedules
    Orientation Programs

Practical Matters
    Campus Student Organizations
    Money Matters
    Health Services and Insurance
    Social Security Numbers
    Financial Aid
    Transportation
    Banking
    Health and Safety
    Legal Resources
    Cultural Adjustment
    Shopping