US Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
Do not go directly to USCIS if you have questions or concerns about your F-1 status, Please meet with an international student advisor at Foothill College to obtain information about immigration regulations and procedures. Make photocopies of all documents before you submit them to USCIS. It is also recommended that if you mail materials to USCIS, you send them "certified mail, return receipt requested" to be certain that USCIS receives them. Here is the link to U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) Social Security
Social Security Administration For more information about obtaining a social security number, please visit the Employment section. Taxes
Internal Revenue Service (Federal) Franchise Tax Board (California State) For more information on tax regulations for international students and CINTAX software, please visit the Employment section. Visas and Consulates
U.S. Department of State Consular Affairs General Visa Information Applying for a Student Visa Locate a U.S. Embassy or Consulate in Your Country Electronic Embassy (list of foreign embassies in Washington, D.C.) Canadian Consulate Information