Due to the COVID-19 global health crisis, ISS advisors are working remotely to serve you. We are processing immigration document requests, responding to emails, and updating our website. We have moved from an in-person document pick-up to providing mailing services for original documents. We are with you virtually!
Before you contact us, your answers are likely found on the following pages:
Still have a question? This is how you can reach us:
Have you got a quick question about applying for OPT that you need answered fast? Join us for OPT Group Advising from 2:00- 3:00 pm EST, Friday February 19, March 5 (starts at 3:00 pm instead of 2:00 pm), March 12, & March 26.
Session Focus: Applying for OPT!
Where: Zoom (details provided upon registration)
How it works:
No appointment, no queuing, no email.
Have a quick question? ISS offers virtual drop-in advising Monday, Tuesday & Thursday afternoons from 1:30-3:30 p.m. and Friday mornings 9:00-11:00 a.m. No appointment needed!
To use ISS drop-ins:
If you don't see drop-in availability right away be sure to click the "View Drop-in Times" button on the bottom of the page.
It is not possible to book a drop-in appointment & availability will only show during drop-in times.
To get the soonest possible advising please visit us during drop-in hours.
For more complex immigration issues, please schedule a virtual appointment with an advisor using the Student Success Portal.
To make an appointment:
If you are on OPT and graduated more than 1 year ago, please email us to request an appointment or visit us during OPT drop-in hours. Navigate may not work for you.
If you are approved for OPT and graduated more than 1 year ago the online appointment system may not work for you. ISS is now offering virtual drop-in advising for students on OPT every Wednesday afternoon. We also have several group adivising session.
For more information please visit our OPT Virtual Advising page. Please note it will require UBIT login to access.
Monday - Friday 9AM - 5PM
iss@buffalo.edu
**Please allow 3-5 business days for a response.
Phones (recorded information)
(716) 645-2258
