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11/14/2003 Entry: "DHS Proposes $100 Fee On F, J, or M Visas"
The Department of Homeland Security has proposed levying a $100 fee on students applying for the F, J, or M nonimmigrant visas to cover the costs of administering and maintaining the SEVIS system.
Rule proposes to amend the regulations of DHS to provide for the
collection of a fee to be paid by certain aliens who are applying for
F-1, F-3, M-1, or M-3 student visas or for a J-1 visa as an exchange
visitor. Generally, the rule proposes a fee of $100, although
applicants for certain J-1 exchange programs will pay a reduced fee of
$35, and certain other aliens will be exempt from the fee altogether.
This proposed rule explains which aliens will be required to pay the
fee, describes the consequences that an alien seeking an F, J, or M
nonimmigrant visa faces upon failure to pay the fee, and specifies
which aliens are exempt from the fee. This fee is levied on students
applying for F, J, or M nonimmigrant visas to cover the costs of
administering and maintaining the SEVIS system and ensuring compliance
by individuals, schools, and organizations with the system's
requirements. The fee imposed under this proposed rule will pay for the
continued operation of the SEVIS program and will also include the funds to hire SEVIS Liaison Officers
and other ICE officers to ensure compliance with the SEVIS
requirements.
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