New DHS Rule Available Resources
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) communicated an update about resources available related to the new DHS final rule to international students and scholars, as well as relevant stakeholders on 09/11/2026. We will communicate more information as it becomes available. If you have immediate concerns or questions, please contact ISSS … Read more
SEVP Guidance on Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) communicated an update regarding the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) announcements regarding Curricular Practical Training (CPT) issued on August 12 and on August 24, 2026. If you have immediate concerns or questions, please contact ISSS directly.
Duration of Status Rule Update
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) communicated an update regarding the new rule to international students and scholars, as well as relevant stakeholders on Wednesday, July 29. We will communicate more information as it becomes available. If you have immediate concerns or questions, please contact ISSS directly.
Duration of Status Rule
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) at UNC-Chapel Hill is aware of a recent change in immigration policy related to the publication of the final Duration of Status rule issued on 07/17/2026. We have communicated this update with international students and scholars, as well as relevant stakeholders. We … Read more
Update on USCIS processing holds and new DOL proposed rule
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) at UNC-Chapel is aware of the United States Citizen and Immigration Services announcement issued on March 30. Additionally, ISSS has been closely monitoring proposed immigration-related regulations. Most regulations are published in proposed form with … Read more
Jan. 14 U.S. Department of State Announcement
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) at UNC-Chapel is aware of the U.S. Department of State announcement issued on Jan. 14th. If you have immediate concerns or questions, please contact ISSS directly.
December 16th Presidential Proclamation and other USCIS and DOS updates
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) at UNC-Chapel Hill is aware of the new proclamation issued by U.S. President Donald Trump on December 16, “Restricting the Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the United States from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public … Read more
Update on Presidential Proclamation Restricting Entry of H-1B Workers
On September 19, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation titled “Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers – The White House.” On Oct. 20, the U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services issued further guidance providing important additional clarifications … Read more
Presidential Proclamation Restricting Entry of H-1B Workers and Agency Guidance on its Interpretation
On September 19, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation titled “Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers – The White House.” On Sept. 20, the U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services issued a memo and U.S. Customs and … Read more
Sept. 6 U.S. Department of State Announcement and Proposed Regulations
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) at UNC-Chapel is aware of the U.S. Department of State announcement issued on Sept. 6 regarding adjudicating nonimmigrant visa applicants in their country of nationality or residence. Additionally, ISSS has been closely monitoring proposed … Read more