ICE Updates Guidance For Form I-20 Electronic Signatures And Transmissions

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has updated policy guidance on the use of electronic signatures and transmission for Form I-20.

Overview

The new guidance permits designated school officials to sign all signature fields on  Form I-20 using either signature software or electronically reproduced copies of the official's signature. Designated officials can either transmit or email the signed Form I-20 to F and M students using a secure platform, or they can physically sign and mail the form to their students.  

The updated guidance from ICE only applies to Form I-20.  

Looking Ahead 

Students and officials should contact the Department of Homeland Security's Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) if they have questions or need additional information.