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Extension of Visa Clearances (2/15/2005)

[All information is subject to change without notice.]

DHS and DOS agree to extend security clearances for students in sensitive scientific and technical fields. Visas Mantis security check process has been improved to allow students to be cleared for up to four years at a time.

Visas Mantis security checks focus on sensitive scientific and technical fields, for a complete list go to: http://foia.state.gov/masterdocs/09fam/0940031X1.pdf

For more details, go to:

http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2005/42212.htm

Click here to see a detailed article about all security clearances.

Updated: September 29, 2008