Faculty members who plan to host international faculty or staff should have their departmental payroll clerk or account manager contact the Office of International Services in Bloomington or the Office of International Affairs in Indianapolis before making any contractual arrangements. The office will provide information about available visa options and assist in determining which visa status is most appropriate for the visitor's individual circumstances. This will ensure the following:

1. Visitors can receive the appropriate payments
2. They are not denied entry into the U.S.
3. They do not have more taxes withheld than are necessary
4. Hosting departments are not assessed fines by the IRS or the INS