If your SEVIS record is terminated, it means you are no longer maintaining valid F-1 or J-1 student status. This could result in losing your legal right to remain in the United States unless you take corrective action, such as applying for reinstatement with USCIS or departing the country promptly.

A terminated SEVIS record generally places you out of status, which can affect your ability to study, work, or travel in the U.S. Depending on the reason for termination, you may be eligible to apply for reinstatement, but if not, you must leave the U.S. to avoid accruing unlawful presence that could impact future visa applications.

When a SEVIS record is terminated, it signals to the government that your student status has ended. You may lose access to benefits like OPT or CPT, and you cannot lawfully continue studies unless you restore your status. Options include filing a reinstatement request or leaving and re-entering with a new I-20 from another school.