International Student and Scholar Services
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Immigration Support

Our Immigration Support team advises international students, scholars and University departments on compliance with U.S. immigration laws and regulations. Please consult with an immigration advisor well in advance of any immigration action.
Advising Services

WMU is certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program to enroll nonimmigrant F-1 Students. WMU is also a designated program participant of the U.S. Department of State Exchange Visitor program to sponsor J-1 Exchange Visitors (J-1 Students and J-1 Scholars).

We are delighted to support you during your time at WMU and understand that navigating immigration can bring questions. We are here to provide friendly and reliable assistance, ensuring your experience in the United States is successful. We look forward to helping you thrive! Go, Broncos!

Haenicke Institute for Global Education
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5245 USA
(269) 387-5890

Immigration Information for Employment Based Visas and Visiting Scholars

Employment based visas

International Student and Scholar Services provides immigration support to the sponsoring departments at WMU whether seeking to bring international visiting research scholars and professors to campus or considering H-1B (or other work visa) petitions.

Visiting Scholars and Work Visas
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Planning to host an international scholar or visitor? Begin here by completing the International Visitor Registration Form so our office can review the visit and provide appropriate guidance.

International Visitor Registration Form