Can SEVIS fee be used twice?

Can SEVIS Fee Be Used Twice?

The Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) fee is a mandatory fee required for individuals participating in exchange visitor programs in the United States. This fee is used to maintain the SEVIS database, which stores and tracks information on exchange visitors.

The SEVIS fee is applicable to each new exchange visitor program, irrespective of the sponsor or prior program completion. Therefore, if an individual intends to participate in a different exchange visitor program, they will be required to pay the SEVIS fee again.

This is because each program represents a distinct experience and purpose, and the SEVIS fee ensures that the necessary information is collected and maintained for each program. The payment covers the administrative costs associated with processing the exchange visitor’s application, maintaining their record in the SEVIS database, and providing support during their stay in the United States.

In summary, the SEVIS fee cannot be used twice. If an individual repeats an exchange visitor program or participates in multiple programs, they must pay the SEVIS fee for each program separately.