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Re-Enrollment After Suspension

Notice that this information has not been updated for new ruling

IMPORTANT NOTICE

On September 14, 2026, a federal judge issued a preliminary injunction to delay the implementation of the D/S final rule. The rule will not be implemented while litigation proceeds. Consequently, current F and J regulations under the “duration of status” framework are still in place and this webpage currently reflects those regulations. Please contact ISSP at globe@wm.edu with any questions. Visit the Immigration Updates webpage for more information about the elimination of D/S final rule.

The following information pertains to international students who wish to re-enroll at William & Mary after they have been suspended: 

Immigration Implications

Immigration Implications

  • Once your re-enrollment request is approved by W&M or your graduate department, you must request a new I-20/DS-2019 from the Office of International Students, Scholars & Programs (ISSP):
    • Login to iStart using your W&M ID and password.
    • Select F-1 Student Services 
    • Select Re-enrollment and complete the required forms.
  • You must pay the SEVIS fee again.
  • If your visa is still valid, you may use that to enter the U.S. If it has expired, you must apply for a new F-1 or J-1 visa.
  • You can enter the U.S. 30 days or less before the program date on your new I-20 or DS-2019.
  • If you are already in the U.S. in another status, you will most likely need to leave and then return in F-1 or J-1 status. Contact ISSP for more information.
  • Your OPT and CPT eligibility have reset. You must be in F-1 status for at least 2 additional semesters to be eligible.

Procedure

To return to W&M, you must apply for re-enrollment.