Updating your address or personal details in SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) is an important requirement for all international students in the USA. Here’s how you should go about it:

1. Inform Your Designated School Official (DSO)

- Students do NOT update SEVIS directly.
- You must report any change of address, phone number, or other personal details to your DSO within 10 days of the change.

2. How to Report Changes

- Contact your DSO (this could be an International Student Advisor or similar at your university/college).
- Most universities have an online portal or a specific form for updating personal information.
- Some may require you to email or meet the DSO in person.

3. What the DSO Does

- The DSO will update your information in SEVIS on your behalf.
- They will keep your record up to date, which is required for maintaining your F-1 or J-1 visa status.

4. Important Tips

- Do not delay: Reporting late could affect your visa status.
- Keep records: Save confirmation of your communication with the DSO.
- Update other records: Make sure to update your address in your university’s student records and with the US Postal Service if needed.

5. For Dependents (F-2/J-2)

- Changes for dependents should also be reported via the principal student’s DSO.

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