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Purpose of This Advisory Due to strict U.S. immigration vetting and rapid policy changes, travelers should carefully assess risks before traveling. This information is not legal advice. CBP officers have full discretion to admit or deny entry to non-U.S. citizens. Key Questions to Consider Before Traveling Is your country currently subject to a U.S. entry…

Work Hours When School is in Session Students maintaining valid F-1 or J-1 status may work on campus as employment that is “incidental to status.” Please remember: Students may work up to 20 hours per week total during the fall and spring semesters. This 20-hour limit applies to all combined on-campus positions. Students are responsible for monitoring your…

Are you an international student in F-1 or J-1 status completing your academic program in Fall 2025? Please review the following important updates regarding your status, work eligibility, and post-graduation options. Your I-20 or DS-2019 End Date will be Shortened If you complete your studies in Fall 2025, including defending your thesis or dissertation before…

On Oct. 10, 2025, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) modified their previous announcement of Sept. 6, 2025, that all applicants for nonimmigrant visas, including F, J, and H-1B visas, should schedule visa interview appointments only in their country of nationality or residence. In other words, applicants should not schedule visa appointments in countries where they are neither…

Are you planning to travel within the U.S. or internationally? Domestic Travel (Within the U.S.) Nonimmigrant students in F or J status must carry immigration documents at all times. Recommended documents: I-94 Arrival/Departure Record Form I-20 or Form DS-2019 EAD card (if applicable) Travelers must have a REAL ID-compliant form of identification to board domestic flights. If you do…

Effective September 21, 2025 U.S. federal agencies have clarified the scope of President Trump’s September 19 proclamation on H-1B workers. This proclamation is not a regulation; its implementation is evolving. Key Points Who is impacted: The proclamation applies only to H-1B petitions filed on or after September 21, 2025. Who is not impacted: Individuals with pending or approved H-1B petitions or…

Are you an international student seeking an internship opportunity but not sure where to start? Join this session to learn about how to navigate the Fall 2025 Internship and Career Expo as an international student, gain insights on how to prepare for the EXPO and get tips on how to create an effective resume! To…

According to multiple news sources, the U.S. Department of State has resumed processing student visa applications following a temporary pause. Alongside this resumption, a new policy change has been introduced. Student and scholar visa applicants are now required to make their social media accounts publicly accessible for government review as part of the visa vetting…

We would like to share important information regarding recent developments that may affect F and J visa applicants. According to multiple news sources, a cable dated Tuesday, May 27 has directed U.S. Embassies and Consulates to temporarily pause scheduling new visa interviews for student and exchange visitor visas. The reported cable states: “Effective immediately, in…

A recent Presidential Proclamation, effective June 9, 2025, restricts entry to the United States for nationals from 19 countries, including full bans on 12 countries and partial bans on 7 others. These restrictions impact immigrant and certain nonimmigrant visas and include important exceptions. For detailed information and ongoing updates on this and other immigration-related news,…