We want to make sure all of our students have a pleasant experience traveling and strongly recommend you follow the suggestions below.
ALWAYS travel with an up-to-date, signed I-20 form that will not expire while you are out of the country.
Staple your I-20 form inside your passport.
Request airline assistance for Passport Control. Most major airlines will provide staff to walk students through the Passport Control area and help with any issues.
Always travel with the school telephone number, 703-759-5100, and let the school know when you plan to enter the county. Passport Control may call for assistance if there are any problems and may need to confirm your attendance at the Fairfax Christian School.
Make sure that you know the contents of your luggage.
Confirm all I-20 fees are paid.
Remember, new students can only enter the country 30 days before the start of school.
When possible, avoid international flights which land in the afternoon. This is the busiest time for Passport Control at Washington-Dulles International Airport.
Recommended Hotel for Parents and Visitors
The Fairfield Inn - Dulles is a short walk from our Dulles campus and offers discounts for Fairfax Christian School families. The Fairfield Inn - Dulles offers free airport shuttles, free breakfast, an adjacent restaurant, free high-speed internet, fitness center and an indoor swimming pool.
The Fairfield Inn - Dulles
23000 Indian Creek Drive
Dulles, Virginia 20166
703-435-5300
Click here to book the Fairfield Inn - Dulles
Our booking reservations on-line code S6715.
Or you can call 1(888)236-2427 and mention the Fairfax Christian School name when booking at the Fairfield Inn & Suites at Dulles Airport to receive our discounted rate.
What To Pack
The Washington, D.C., area has four seasons. during the school year (late August through May), students will wear school uniforms during the week. On the weekends, they should maintain a clean, neat appearance. A light weight outerwear jacket and raincoat, will be useful in the spring and fall. In the winter, student will want to wear a warm coat over their uniforms and have a warm hat and gloves for the coldest days. In the summer (June, July and August), students will want light weight clothing, hats, sunglasses, and swimsuits.