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ScamsThe USCIS AR-11 scam is an ongoing fraud attempt targeting international students and scholars in the U.S. While the language used by scammers may evolve slightly, the core tactics remain the same.聽If you receive a threatening call, do not- Students have reported fraudulent attempts involving spoofed phone calls that appear to be from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Boulder Police Department (BPD). This is one of many ongoing fraudulent attempts targeting
On May 21, 2026, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released a policy memo reminding USCIS officers that 鈥溾djustment of status is an extraordinary matter of discretion and administrative grace not designed to supersede the regular consular processing of immigrant visas.鈥 This is a significant change that will affect individuals who had been planning or intending to gain lawful permanent residence (鈥済reen card鈥) status without leaving the U.S.
Fall 2026 registration for continuing undergraduate students closes聽Thursday, May 21, 2026聽and will reopen July 21, 2026 for schedule adjustment.ISSS recommends that students register for a full course load by May 21, 2026, if possible, as
U.S. Department of State鈥檚 Post on X Re: Immigrant Visa Processing PauseOn Jan. 14, 2026, the U.S. Department of State posted on their X account and on their website that they will be pausing immigrant visa processing for foreign nationals who are
Are you planning to travel within the U.S. or internationally?Review our General travel advisory聽as well as our Immigration Alerts & FAQs webpage聽for important travel considerations and information about recent changes impacting travel- Updated 1/1/2026Presidential Proclamation Establishing U.S. Entry RestrictionsOn Dec. 16, 2025, President Trump issued a presidential proclamation extending and modifying existing entry restrictions and instituting new entry restrictions for foreign
- 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
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)This FAQ provides general information based on ISSS鈥 understanding of currently available guidance. It does not constitute legal advice and does not address individual circumstances. ISSS will continue to update this
On Sept. 18, 2025, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) changed their interview waiver policy for visa applicants. This change is effective Oct. 1, 2025.聽 This new guidance replaces the previous guidance released on July 25, 2025.As of Oct. 1,