Find answers to commonly asked questions about requests & forms, travel and visas, on-campus and off-campus employment.
Q: I need to submit a request, where do I submit it?
A: Requests and submission links can be found in our article about F-1 and J-1 Requests.
Q: How do I use the iTiger portal?
A: iTiger can be found at itiger.lsu.edu. For information on navigating iTiger, communication, and other information, click here.
Q: I am traveling outside of the U.S. What are the steps for travel?
A: Please review travel tips and how to get a travel signature at www.lsu.edu/isstravel.
Q: I need to renew my visa. What is the process?
A: For information on renewing your visa, please visit our article on Visa Information.
Q: I have a job and need a DSO letter to get a Social Security Number (SSN). What is the process?
A: For the DSO letter request process, please review the article on F-1 DSO Letter Request Instructions.
Q: How do I apply for Curricular Practical Training (CPT)?
A: Workshops and information on applying for CPT can be found at www.lsu.edu/cpt. Students must be enrolled for the course related to their CPT before submitting their CPT request. Be sure to attend a workshop before meeting with an ISS advisor.
Q: How do I apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT)?
A: Workshops, the OPT Moodle course, and additional information about OPT can be found at www.lsu.edu/opt. Be sure to attend a workshop and/or complete the Moodle course before meeting with an ISS advisor.