The International Services Office is committed to assist Southeastern’s faculty and
staff with all matters concerning non-U.S. citizens. If you have any questions about
hiring or inviting an individual who is neither a U.S. citizen nor permanent resident,
please contact the ISO before making a commitment of employment.
Guidelines for Hiring Foreign Nationals
Ready to hire someone but have questions as to which immigration status would be most
appropriate? Review our guidelines page to see a general outline of non-immigrant
classifications and their appropriate uses. More>>
Honoraria Payments
Have you invited someone to the U.S. to lecture, teach, or otherwise share knowledge?
Paying that non-immigrant an honorarium may be a good idea. However, you need to know
the basics before services are rendered. More>>
J-1 Visiting Scholars
There are many J-1 visiting scholar categories. Learn which one applies to the services
you seek. More>>
Trade NAFTA
This category was developed as part of the North American Free Trade Agreement to
facilitate the entry of Canadian and Mexican Citizens to the United States in order
to engage in professional activities on a temporary basis. Learn More>>
Temporary Visitors
This status is a non-immigrant classification for persons desiring to enter the U.S.
temporarily for business, tourism, or medical treatment. Learn More>>
Contact Us:
International Services Office
SLU Box 10752
Ph: 985-549-2360
Fax: 985-549-5882
[email protected]