F-1 Student Visa Information

The academic services manager is responsible to the U.S. Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (BICE) for non-immigrant students attending JAIMS. All students under F-1 Student status must be in compliance with BICE regulations at all times. Before or at the time of registration, information regarding each student's visa will be collected.

• New students: When the student presents Form I-20AB (issued by JAIMS) at the U.S. port of entry, it will be returned to him or her for safekeeping with his or her important documents. The I-20 will also allow the student to reenter the U.S. with the appropriate signature on the reverse side of the form, a valid multiple entry visa, and a valid passport. An admission number is assigned and is shown on Form I-94.
• Transfer students: If the student has not left the U.S. between terms, he or she should see the academic services manager to apply for a school transfer.

Passport Requirements

ICMP participants will require a passport that is valid through the end of ICMP to cover their entire stay in the United States.

Traveling to Hawaii

Transportation from point of origin to Hawaii is the responsibility of the participant. For those participating in a study option, transportation arrangements between Hawaii and the U.S. mainland or France (if applicable) are also the responsibility of the participant.

International airline regulations for luggage are typically as follows:

• Two (2) large suitcases not exceeding 77 pounds per suitcase, and not exceeding 62 inches total area per suitcase. (The total area regulation for boxes and items other than suitcases is also 62 inches.)
• One (1) carry-on bag that will fit under the seat or in the overhead storage compartment.

These regulations vary slightly depending upon the airline carrier. For specific information, please contact your airline. In addition, please indicate your arrival flight information on the Temporary Housing Reservation Form and return it to JAIMS.

From Airport to Hotel

Upon arrival at the Honolulu International Airport, participants should collect their baggage and walk out to the curb just outside the baggage claim area. In order to reach the Waikiki area, participants may use the Airport Waikiki Express shuttle (tel: 808-539-9400), which provides transportation from the airport to any hotel in Waikiki. The cost of a one-way trip is $8 for adults; no advance reservations are necessary (two bags maximum per person). Participants may go to the medial strip across from international arrivals, and contact the shuttle service staff for assistance.

Transportation by taxi is also available from the airport to Waikiki for approximately $25, excluding baggage charges and the customary tip of 10 to 15 percent. It takes about 20 minutes to travel the nine-mile trip when there is no traffic.

JAIMS business hours are 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Monday-Friday. Participants who arrive in Honolulu during these hours and would like assistance or directions may call JAIMS at (808) 395-2314.