Welcome to Kentucky State University (KSU). The KSU Office of International Affairs has prepared this checklist to assist you when arriving in Frankfort, Kentucky.

If you do not have living accommodations upon arrival, you can obtain a list of hotels/motels online. In addition, there are apartment and housing guides available in our office. We do not have family housing.

Your department will give you forms that must be completed before you begin employment. It is important to meet with your faculty sponsor or staff contact upon arrival; (s)he will be able to help with paperwork.

Please report to your department and International Affairs and complete necessary forms for your file. You must bring your original DS-2019, or Employment Authorization Document (if in J-2 status or J-1 status on work authorization,) passport, and visa to OIA.

Please take time to fill out the official check in form. If you are being funded by KSU, an I-9 form must be completed for all non-immigrant employees prior to beginning employment. While at OIA, you will be given a welcome package with information about KSU, the community, and the public transportation system.

Please wait 10 business days from the date you arrive in the country before you apply for an SSN. It is important to apply for an SSN if you have some type of work permission and are paid in the US. This number must be issued by the Social Security Administration in order for you to get paid.