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Request a Travel Signature and see requirements for travel outside the U.S. while still in your program
ISS Request

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Apply for immigration benefits by submitting an ISS Request.

Important updates that may require action or continued attention for further information

F-1/J-1 Student Alert: Federal Shutdown Risks And Required Student Action

Sticky October 1, 2025 October 1, 2025

What Continues to Function: The federal government shutdown that began today, October 1, 2025, should not immediately stop your key immigration processes. Most critical...Continue reading→

New U.S. Visa Policy on Interview Locations

Sticky September 11, 2025 September 11, 2025

Effective September 6, 2025, the U.S. Department of State requires most nonimmigrant visa applicants, including F-1 and J-1 students, to schedule their visa interviews...Continue reading→

DHS Proposed Rule to Eliminate “Duration of Status” Could Significantly Change F-1 & J-1 Student Status

Sticky September 2, 2025 September 2, 2025

On August 28, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a proposed rule in the Federal Register (90 FR 42070) titled Establishing...Continue reading→

Email Updates Sent to ISS Students

Recent Updates For International Students

GeoBlue International Student Health Insurance Plan

December 27, 2024 April 15, 2025

International Student Services (ISS), Office of Global Engagement, would like to notify students of another health insurance option that meets UH minimum coverage requirements....Continue reading→

ISS Reminders and Winter Break Operations 2024

December 3, 2024 January 13, 2025

Please see the following reminders to help you plan any immigration requests for the end of the Fall 2024 semester and Winter Break. Student...Continue reading→

DHS Publishes Federal Register Notice Designating Lebanon for Temporary Protected Status

November 26, 2024 November 26, 2024

On November 26, 2024, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) posted a Federal Registration notice designating Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Lebanon...Continue reading→

DHS Announces Special Student Relief Authorization for Lebanese Students Experiencing Severe Economic Hardship

November 26, 2024 November 26, 2024

On November 26, 2024, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a Special Student Relief (SSR)...Continue reading→

H-1B Information Session

November 15, 2024 November 15, 2024

Sponsored by International Student Services (ISS) The H-1B specialty occupation work visa provides an option to many graduating students who may be thinking about...Continue reading→