I-20 Revoked - SEVIS Status

[pluto]

Hi,

I applied for a PhD to a US university for fall 2012. I was selected and an I-20 was issued. However, owing to a technical issue with my application, I was later sent a letter saying that my admission to the university was revoked. I proceeded to do an MSc in Europe instead. Now, after completion of my master's, I want to apply to the USA once again for a PhD.

My question is - since my I-20 was issued, do I still have a SEVIS record, or will I have to apply with a new SEVIS ID? Also, might the visa officer want me to explain the reason my admission was revoked in 2012?

Thanks!

[daggit]

Generally speaking, an applicant is provided an opportunity to correct a 'technical issue' error. The fact that your admission was revoked underlies something more.

If you reapply and are questioned about the previous application, all you can do is to be honest; only you know the reason(s) behind the revocation.