Month: May 2025

As you may have read, the U.S. Department of State has directed U.S. embassies and consulates to pause scheduling new visa interviews for student and exchange visitor applicants pending further guidance about social media screening procedures. In addition, a new federal policy position announced by the secretary of state may lead to some student visas being revoked. We know this news is concerning….Continue Reading Important Update for the International Student and Scholar Community

The Office of International Services will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025, in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at 8:30 AM….Continue Reading OIS Closed for Memorial Day, May 26, 2025

Travel Considerations There are currently no new travel restrictions affecting F-1 or J-1 students. While students may travel internationally during scheduled university breaks, international travel remains fluid, and new restrictions could be implemented with little notice. The decision to travel internationally should be made carefully. As always, OIS will provide updates as new information becomes…Continue Reading Important Travel Update for F-1 and J-1 International Students and Scholars

OIS has published guidance on what to expect at a port of entry, including during U.S. Customs and Border Protection secondary inspections, which may include requests for passwords, access to locked electronic devices, and/or review of laptop files, phone data, and social media accounts.  On April 9, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that,…Continue Reading What to Expect at a Port of Entry