SEVIS Reporting Requirements & Audit Preparation 3

Question 1

An F-1 student transfers to a new institution but the release date in SEVIS has not been set by the transfer-out school. What should the transfer-in DSO do?

Accepted Answer

Contact the transfer-out school DSO to set the release date before activating the record

Answer

The transfer-in DSO must coordinate with the transfer-out school to ensure the release date is properly set before activating the student's SEVIS record.

Question 2

Which SEVIS report must be submitted when an F-1 student's address changes to a new state?

Accepted Answer

The DSO must update the student's U.S. address in SEVIS within 21 days

Answer

DSOs are required to update a student's address in SEVIS within 21 days of being notified of a change, regardless of whether it crosses state lines.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of the SEVIS Batch interface used by large institutions?

Accepted Answer

To automate bulk SEVIS record updates using data from the institution's SIS

Answer

SEVIS Batch allows institutions to upload large volumes of student data changes automatically from their Student Information System.

Question 4

An institution is preparing for a SEVP recertification review. Which internal audit step is MOST critical to complete first?

Accepted Answer

Review and reconcile all active SEVIS records against internal enrollment data

Answer

Reconciling SEVIS records with enrollment data identifies discrepancies before SEVP reviewers find them, which is the most critical pre-audit step.

Question 5

Under what circumstance is a DSO permitted to authorize a reduced course load for an F-1 student without prior SEVP approval?

Accepted Answer

For specific reasons like initial difficulty, medical, or improper course level placement as defined in regulations

Answer

Regulations authorize DSOs to approve reduced course loads for specific defined reasons including initial difficulty, medical conditions, and improper course level without contacting SEVP.

(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 3