Temporary Absence from the United States

Many international students will want to travel outside the U.S. during school holidays and vacation period. Come in to our office before you leave the United States for a signature on the DS 2019. This signature is required to authorize your return to the U.S.

If you are not certain whether you have obtained such a signature or whether the signature you have is up to date, please check with the International Student Center or Academic Affairs/Graduate Studies. Please give us sufficient advance notice! Three officials on campus are authorized to sign, and one must be available to give you a signature. Please email Cathy Sullivan, csullivan@umassd.edu; or INTL_Office@umassd.edu.

Contact us immediately if you have an emergency situation requiring you to leave the U.S. temporarily.

 Last Updated On: 11/15/05