SEVIS Reporting Requirements & Audit Preparation 2

Question 1

A DSO discovers an F-1 student's SEVIS record was not updated after the student changed their major 45 days ago. What is the correct course of action?

Accepted Answer

Update SEVIS with the new major as soon as possible and document the delay

Answer

DSOs should correct SEVIS records as soon as an error is discovered and document the circumstances of the delay.

Question 2

Under SEVIS regulations, within how many days must a DSO report that an F-1 student has failed to enroll in a required full course of study?

Accepted Answer

30 days

Answer

DSOs must report an F-1 student's failure to enroll within 30 days of the start of the academic term.

Question 3

Which document is NOT typically reviewed during a SEVIS site visit or audit conducted by ICE/SEVP?

Accepted Answer

Institution's tax return filings

Answer

Tax returns are not part of SEVP audits; auditors focus on student records, DSO credentials, and compliance documentation.

Question 4

An institution receives a SEVP site visit notice with 48 hours' notice. What should the DSO prioritize first?

Accepted Answer

Gather student files, enrollment records, and SEVIS access logs

Answer

Immediately assembling relevant student and SEVIS records ensures the institution can demonstrate compliance during the audit.

Question 5

How long must a SEVP-certified institution retain records related to F and M students after a student's program end date?

Accepted Answer

3 years

Answer

Institutions must retain records for at least three years after the student's program end date per SEVP regulations.

(SEVIS) Student and Exchange Visitor Information System Certification Practice Test

(SEVIS) Student and Exchange Visitor Information System Certification Practice Test

SEVIS Reporting Requirements & Audit Preparation 2