FSVS provides work-related immigration compliance services for USC hiring departments across the University.

USC has a long history of attracting outstanding talent in diverse fields from around the globe.  Faculty/Staff Visa Services (FSVS) supports that mission by providing advanced, specialized expertise in immigration for higher education needs. We act as advocates for our institution and our people, liaising with our professional field and government agencies to achieve the best possible results for our clients.

The FSVS team is composed of immigration professionals who represent over 40 years of experience focused on the specialized immigration needs of higher education institutions.

Please note:  The information on this site pertains only to international employment at USC and is not intended, nor should it be used as, immigration legal advice. Furthermore, the University has no control over external sites to which links are found on this site. In the event that information provided at those sites conflicts with University policy, USC rules and regulations will be determinative.

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H-1B Proclamation Immigration Advisory Update
The USCIS issued new guidance on October 20, 2025 on the Presidential Proclamation's $100,000 fee for H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. The USCIS clarified that the $100,000 fee does not apply to approved H-1B Change of Status, Extension of Status and Amendment petitions filed after September …
Credit Card Payment Required for Immigration Filing Fees
This is an important update regarding the payment of immigration filing fees. Effective October 29, 2025, the USCIS will require immigration filing fee payments to be made by credit card. Checks will no longer be …
H-1B Proclamation Immigration Advisory
The White House issued a Presidential Proclamation on Friday night restricting H-1B visa issuances to applicants outside of the U.S. Under the proclamation, employers are required to pay a $100,000 fee per applicant for an H-1B visa …
Immigration Alert – Immigration Services Reviewing Social Media Postings.
On April 9, 2025, the USCIS announced the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will immediately begin screening social media accounts for all foreign nationals, “affiliated with educational institutions linked to antisemitic activity” when adjudicating immigration …

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Are you a student or J-1 scholar?

FSVS is not a resource for F-1 international student matters or J-1 scholars. Please visit the USC Office of International Services site which administers USC’s J-1 and F-1 visa programs.

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