This page is intended to provide information and guidance on executive orders and presidential proclamations related to immigration. We are closely monitoring reaction to, implementation of, and challenges to these actions.
Entry restrictions based on country of citizenship
The Presidential Proclamation was signed on June 4, 2025. This proclamation establishes a "full" travel ban on 12 countries and a "partial" travel ban on 7 countries, effective 12:01 am eastern daylight time on June 9, 2025.
As of that time, entry to the U.S. is suspended for citizens of the following countries: Afghanistan, Burma (Myanmar), Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen.
In addition, entry to the U.S. in certain categories, including F or J status, is suspended for citizens of the following countries: Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela.
This proclamation does not impact the status of international students and scholars who are already in the United States. It also does not affect eligibility for benefits of your current status, including CPT, OPT, or Academic Training. The proclamation indicates that visas issued before the applicable effective date of the proclamation are not being revoked under this proclamation.
The proclamation notes very limited exceptions to this travel ban. If you have questions about your status or how this proclamation impacts your options, please meet with an ISSS advisor during advising hours to discuss your specific situation.
USCIS Address and Registration Requirements
The was published in the Federal Register on March 12, 2025 and effective on April 11, 2025. Individuals who need to register or re-register with USCIS based on this rule should review for more details.
- Individuals who entered the U.S. in F-1, F-2, J-1, or J-2 status at age 14 or older and who have a valid I-94 record are considered to have registered with the U.S. government. If you are not able to retrieve your most recent I-94 record, you should contact ISSS immediately.
- Individuals who entered the U.S. prior to their 14th birthday must "re-register" with USCIS within 30 days of turning 14. If you or your dependents entered the U.S. prior to turning 14 and have turned 14 or will soon turn 14, it is essential that you review the information on for the new registration requirement. That page provides step-by-step instructions on how to create an account and submit a registration form.
- If you are here in a status other than F-1, F-2, J-1, or J-2, you should consult with an experienced immigration attorney about this requirement.
- All F-1 and J-1 students and scholars (and their dependents who are age 18 or older) must carry a printed copy of their I-94 at all times as documentation of your current status in the U.S.
- F-1 and J-1 students and scholars are required to report changes of address to ISSS within 10 days of the address change. International students must visit the to check the address that ISSS has on file for you and to provide an update if needed. J-1 scholars should email ischolar@binghamton.edu with any address updates.
Entry restrictions for some Chinese citizens
The 鈥溾 was signed on May 29, 2020. This proclamation restricts travel to the United States for certain F-1 and J-1 international students and scholars. The proclamation addresses broad categories which have not yet been clearly defined by the Department of State.
F-1 and J-1 undergraduate students are not impacted by this proclamation. F-1 and J-1 graduate students and J-1 scholars may be impacted if they meet one of the following criteria:
- Currently "receives funding from or who currently is employed by, studies at, or conducts research at or on behalf of... an entity in the PRC that implements or supports the PRC鈥檚 'military-civil fusion strategy'," or
- In the past "has been employed by, studied at, or conducted research at or on behalf of... an entity in the PRC that implements or supports the PRC鈥檚 'military-civil fusion strategy'"
This order does not currently impact the status of students and scholars who are currently in the United States. This proclamation does not revoke current visas, but it does indicate that the Secretary of State may consider revoking F-1 and J-1 visas of students and scholars who meet the criteria in the future. Graduate students and scholars who believe they may meet the criteria should carefully consider travel plans and consult with the ISSS as they may not be eligible for a new visa or re-entry to the United States.
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