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