ISS Services
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Remote Advisor Appointment
Use STAR Balance to schedule an appointment with an ISS advisor via phone or ZOOM.
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Travel Signature
Request a Travel Signature and see requirements for travel outside the U.S. while still in your program
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ISS Request
Apply for immigration benefits by submitting an ISS Request.
Announcement
Important updates that may require action or continued attention for further information
ISS Office Closed for Independence Day (July 4, 2019)
The ISS Office will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, 2019 in observance of the Independence Day Holiday Operations will resume with Friday, July...Continue reading→
ISS Office Closed for Kamehameha Day (June 11, 2019)
The ISS Office will be closed on Tuesday, June 11th, 2019 in observance of the state holiday, Kamehameha Day. Operations will resume with Wednesday,...Continue reading→
Important UPDATE on I-901 SEVIS Fees for NEW International Students
Aloha, ISS has received important news regarding SEVIS fees relevant for new incoming international students. Starting June 24, 2019, the I-901 SEVIS Fee for...Continue reading→
ISS Operations During May 28 – 31
ISS staff will be attending an international education conference from May 28 – 31. Please note that there will be limited advising and longer...Continue reading→
ISS Office Closed for Memorial Day (May 27, 2019)
The ISS Office will be closed on Monday, May 27th, 2019 in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday. Operations will resume with limited availability...Continue reading→
ISS Staff Attending Conference FRI 4/26/19
ISS staff will be attending an international education conference on Friday, April 26, 2019. Please note that advising and travel signature services will be...Continue reading→
ISS Office Closed for Good Friday (April 19, 2019)
The ISS Office will be closed on Friday, April 19th, 2019 in observance of the Good Friday Holiday. Operations will resume Monday, April 22nd....Continue reading→
The International Student Association Presents: International Night 2019
International Night 2019, Hōkūleʻa: You Will Always Find Your Way Back Home Friday, March 8, 2019 5:00pm to 9:00pm UH Mānoa Campus Center Ballroom...Continue reading→
ISS Office Closed: Mar. 19th (Tue) to 22nd (Fri)
Aloha! Please note that the physical ISS and MIX offices in QLC 206 will be temporarily closed for routine floor cleaning on the following...Continue reading→
Spring 2019 New Student Welcome Week and Reception
Aloha New Incoming International Students, January 2nd to January 4th International Student Services is holding Welcome Week Activities On Wednesday through Friday be a...Continue reading→
Important Communications
Email Updates Sent to ISS Students
New U.S. Visa Policy: Interview Location Requirements
(Email sent 9/11/2025 at approximately 6:00pm...
New U.S. Visa Policy on Interview Locations
Effective September 6, 2025, the U.S....
OPT Workshop – Fall 2025
Event dates: September 16, 2025 from...
DHS Terminates the 2021 Designation of Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status
On Sep. 5, 2025, Secretary of...
DHS Proposed Rule to Eliminate “Duration of Status” Could Significantly Change F-1 & J-1 Student Status
On August 28, 2025, the U.S....
Visa Updates: Changes to Visa Reciprocity & In-Person Visa Interview Requirements
(Email sent 8/20/2025 at approximately 12:00pm...
Visa Updates – Reciprocity and Interviews
The U.S. Department of State has...
ISS Welcome Week – Fall 2025
Event Dates: August 18 (Tues) to...
ISS Pre-Arrival Information Series
Events During: July 23 (Wed) to...
ISS Launches New Request Portal
The ISS Office will be launching...
News
Recent Updates For International Students
Expansion of U.S. Travel and Visa Restrictions
A new federal proclamation has significantly expanded travel restrictions to 39 countries and individuals using Palestinian Authority travel documents. These measures impact visa issuance...Continue reading→
F-1/J-1 Student Alert: Federal Shutdown Risks And Required Student Action
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
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
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→
Fall 2026 OPT Workshops and Q&A Sessions
The following OPT workshops and Q&A sessions are intended mainly for F-1 students who will be finishing their programs soon and wanting to get...Continue reading→
Upcoming Events for New International Students
Aloha New International Students, We apologize for the cancellation of our Welcome Week events, but we are already hard at work rescheduling some of...Continue reading→
ISS Welcome Week Events CANCELLED. August 18-20
Due to recent facilities issues and problematic conditions resulting from Hurricane Lala, all ISS-related events scheduled during Welcome Week will be canceled. Alternative dates,...Continue reading→
Pre-Arrival Information Series – Fall 2026
Hosted by the International Student Services (ISS) Office Aloha e New International Students! SIGN UP HERE by Sunday, July 19, 2026 to attend our...Continue reading→
USCIS Updates Form I-765, Removes SSN Option
On January 5, 2026, USCIS updated the form I-765. This edition, which includes the downloadable PDF and online form, removes the option to apply...Continue reading→
ISS Scholarship Applications Open
The ISS Office has opened the following scholarship applications. Click on each link to open the scholarship applications. Spring Forward Scholarship (for spring 2026...Continue reading→
H-1B Information Session
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→
U.S Govt Shutdown Impact on F-1/J-1 Student Status & Services
(Email sent 10/01/2025 at approximately 6:10pm HST to ISS International Students) Aloha F-1/J-1 Students, We are writing to inform you that the partial U.S....Continue reading→
Events
Hosted Events or Activities from ISS or UH Manoa<
New U.S. Visa Policy: Interview Location Requirements
(Email sent 9/11/2025 at approximately 6:00pm to...Continue reading→
New U.S. Visa Policy on Interview Locations
Effective September 6, 2025, the U.S. Department...Continue reading→
OPT Workshop – Fall 2025
Event dates: September 16, 2025 from 9am...Continue reading→
DHS Terminates the 2021 Designation of Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status
On Sep. 5, 2025, Secretary of Homeland...Continue reading→
DHS Proposed Rule to Eliminate “Duration of Status” Could Significantly Change F-1 & J-1 Student Status
On August 28, 2025, the U.S. Department...Continue reading→
Visa Updates: Changes to Visa Reciprocity & In-Person Visa Interview Requirements
(Email sent 8/20/2025 at approximately 12:00pm to...Continue reading→
Visa Updates – Reciprocity and Interviews
The U.S. Department of State has recently...Continue reading→
ISS Welcome Week – Fall 2025
Event Dates: August 18 (Tues) to August...Continue reading→
ISS Pre-Arrival Information Series
Events During: July 23 (Wed) to August...Continue reading→
ISS Launches New Request Portal
The ISS Office will be launching its...Continue reading→
