Hurricane Milton: FIU campuses will close beginning at 5 p.m. Tuesday through Wednesday. All classes are canceled, including online classes. Please look for an announcement by Wednesday evening regarding university operations on Thursday.
The Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) welcomes all international students at FIU!
We are glad you chose Florida International University to pursue your education. As a dynamic institution of learning with a diverse student population with more than 3500 international students from over 140 countries, we are so proud to have you here!
We, at the ISSS Office, want to make sure you have a positive and productive experience as you become an integral part of our community and beyond. Each and every member of the ISSS team can assist you with a wide range of important and practical information to help make your transition into our university and your new life as smooth and comfortable as possible.
We truly admire your determination to achieve your goals in a new country and we are so happy you decided to make FIU your academic destination in the United States! We promise that we will do everything possible to help you succeed in your academic and professional endeavors while you enrich our university community with your presence!
The ISSS Team
New or Transfer Student working on your admission process or waiting for your I-20?
If you are a new or transfer student working on your admission process or waiting for your immigration documentation, please contact the Office of International Admissions. Our office, the Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) will work with you once you are in the United States and at FIU, and will provide you with comprehensive services during your program and behind. Thank you and we look forward to welcoming you to FIU!
We are here to help you!
Visit our ISSS Virtual Office Monday through Friday 10am-11:30am.
Appointment Request
Do you need to speak with an ISSS F-1 Advisor? Schedule an appointment using the ISSS Appointment Request Form.
(for J-1 inquiries, email isss@fiu.edu)
Access this link for all your document and ISSS service requests
International Student Sessions
All students at FIU in F-1 or J-1 student status are required to attend a MANDATORY Welcome Immigration Session for International Students conducted by ISSS. This is a separate session, different from from other academic, departmental, or university-wide orientations and it will cover information specific to international students that you MUST be aware of. These sessions are offered at both the Biscayne Bay Campus and the Modesto A. Maidique Campus every semester.
Updates & Resources for Students Affected by the Ukraine-Russia Conflict
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