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The U.S. Department of State pauses immigrant visa processing (green cards) for nationals of 75 countries.

On January 14, 2026, the that effective January 21, 2026, it will temporarily pause the issuance of immigrant visas (visas leading to green cards) for nationals of 75 countries. 听No end date has been announced yet.听

It is important to note that this measure applies only to immigrant visas (permanent visa/green card) issued by a U.S. consulate abroad for citizens who are from the 75 countries in the list.

This pause does not 补蹿蹿别肠迟:听

• Temporary nonimmigrant visas generally used for students, scholars or temporary workers (i.e.: F-1, J-1, H-1B, O-1) and similar category visas.
• Individuals in the U.S. on a valid nonimmigrant status (i.e.: F-1, J-1, H-1B, O-1) and similar categories.
• Individuals from the 75 listed countries who are inside the U.S. and filed for Adjustment of Status application (green card) with USCIS. 听
  • If 兔子先生传媒文化作品 is sponsoring a beneficiary from one of the 75 listed countries who is currently in the U.S. on H-1B status, this pause does not impact their permanent residency process or their Adjustment of Status application (green card) inside the U.S. as long as the application is filed with USCIS.听
• This pause does not revoke immigrant or nonimmigrant visas already issued.

How it impacts 兔子先生传媒文化作品 community

Impact on international students and scholars

This specific pause does not apply to non-immigrant visas such as F-1 Students or J-1 exchange scholars.

Impact on 兔子先生传媒文化作品 departments/stakeholders and university-sponsored employees

This specific pause does not apply to 兔子先生传媒文化作品 international employees who are employed in nonimmigrant status (e.g., H-1B) and whose permanent residency (green card) is being sponsored by 兔子先生传媒文化作品 while they are in the U.S.听

USCIS to increase premium processing fees effective March 1, 2026

On January 9, 2026, an increase in premium processing (expedited processing) fees for most eligible petitions. The new fees will take effect on March 1, 2026.

Summary of the updated premium processing fees

• H-1B and O-1 nonimmigrant petitions and Form I-140 immigrant petitions:
  • Increase from $2,805 to $2,965.
• Form I-765 (Application for Employment Authorization)
  • For certain eligible applicants, including OPT and STEM OPT: Increase from $1,685 to $1,780.
• Form I-539 (Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status)
  • For applicants requesting F-1, F-2, M-1, M-2, J-1, or J-2 status: Increase from $1,965 to $2,075.

Please refer to the official for a complete chart of the updated premium processing fees.

How it impacts the 兔子先生传媒文化作品 community

Impact on International students and Scholars

Students on F-1 status who apply for OPT or STEM OPT may have to pay the higher premium processing fee for Form I-765 if they want faster processing.

Students who are changing or extending their status (for example, from F-1 to another visa category or from another nonimmigrant status to F-1 ) by filing Form I-539 may have to pay 听the higher premium processing fee if they want faster processing.听

Impact on 兔子先生传媒文化作品 departments/stakeholders and University-sponsored employees

兔子先生传媒文化作品 departments/stakeholders sponsoring H-1B, O-1 or other work visas may have to cover the higher premium processing fee to expedite the processing time with USCIS. 听

USCIS Policy Memo: Hold on pending benefit applications for nationals of impacted countries

• and the expansion of travel restriction, on January 1, 2026, placing a hold on all pending USCIS benefit applications and initiating a re-review of previously approved benefits for foreign nationals from designated impacted countries.
• This policy will likely cause processing delays for individuals from the impacted countries (listed below) who will file or have filed applications for immigration benefits with USCIS. 听
• As the term 鈥渂enefit application鈥� is broad, these actions may affect applications for employment authorization (including OPT and STEM OPT), change of status, employment-based petitions (ex, H-1B, O-1, etc.) and adjustment of status (green card) for impacted students and workers. Please see list of countries impacted below.听
• This hold became effective January 1, 2026.

Countries impacted by the USCIS memorandum

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If you are impacted by this policy memorandum, please consult an immigration attorney for legal advice. 听

How it impacts the 兔子先生传媒文化作品 community

Impact on international students and scholars

Pending USCIS benefit applications which can include OPT/STEM OPT (Form I-765), Change of Status (form I-539) or requests for other USCIS benefit applications for students/scholars from the designated impacted countries (listed above) are on hold pending review.

This hold may cause significant processing delays, and a final adjudication may not occur until the hold is lifted. A delay in OPT could impact employment eligibility, and a delay in a change of status may affect the ability to maintain lawful status.

Students and scholars from the impacted countries should still file for any benefits for which they are eligible during the appropriate filing window; however, they should expect extended processing times.

Impact on 兔子先生传媒文化作品 departments/stakeholders and university-sponsored employees

USCIS will hold the adjudication of H-1B and O-1 petitions and Adjustment of Status/green card applications (I-485) for beneficiaries from the designated impacted countries. 听

USCIS may re-review petitions that were already approved for beneficiaries who are from the impacted countries and entered the U.S. on or after Jan 20, 2021.听

On December 16, 2025, President Trump issued which became effective on January 1, 2026. This proclamation expands previous U.S. travel restrictions, directing limits on entry and visa issuance for nationals of selected countries determined to pose national security, public safety, and vetting concerns.

This is a travel restriction and applies only to foreign nationals who are outside the U.S. on the effective date (January 1, 2026) and do not already have a valid U.S. visa.

The and included the following information based on this proclamation:

• Presidential Proclamation 10998 only applies to foreign nationals who are outside the United States on the effective date AND do not hold a valid visa on the effective date (January 1, 2026, at 12:01 a.m. EST).
• Foreign nationals, even those outside the United States, who hold valid visas as of the effective date are not subject to Presidential Proclamation 10998. No visas issued before January 1, 2026, at 12:01 a.m. EST, have been or will be revoked pursuant to the Proclamation.
• Visa applicants who are subject to Presidential Proclamation 10998 may still submit visa applications and schedule interviews, but they may be ineligible for visa issuance or admission to the United States.

Full Entry Ban

Foreign nationals from these countries are fully suspended from entry and routine visa issuance (immigrant and nonimmigrant visas) if they are outside the U.S. on January鈥�1,鈥� 2026, and do not hold a valid visa:

Partial Entry Restrictions

Nationals from these countries face suspension of immigrant visas plus B鈥�1/B鈥�2 (visitor), F鈥�1 (student), M (vocational), and J (exchange) visas if they are outside the U.S. and do not hold a valid visa on the effective date:

Exceptions and Important Clarifications

Individuals in the following categories are not subject to the suspension of entry/visa issuance under this proclamation, even if they are nationals of restricted countries:

• Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card holders)
• Dual nationals of a restricted country who are traveling using a passport from a non-restricted country.
• Certain diplomatic, official, NATO, class C visas, and specified categories
• Members of athletic teams at major international events
• Special Immigrant Visas (for U.S. government employees)
• Immigrant visas for ethnic and religious minorities facing persecution in Iran
• Case by case national interest exceptions granted by the Secretary of State/Attorney General/Homeland Security

How it impacts the 兔子先生传媒文化作品 community

Impact on international students and scholars

International students and scholars from fully or partially restricted countries outside the U.S. without a valid visa as of January 1, 2026, may be refused entry to the U.S. and may not be able to obtain a new student/scholar visa.

Impact on 兔子先生传媒文化作品 departments/stakeholders and university-sponsored employees

H-1B and O-1 beneficiaries from fully or partially restricted countries outside the U.S. without a valid visa as of January 1, 2026, may be refused entry to the U.S. and may not be able to obtain a new visa.

On December 29, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published a final rule modifying the H-1B cap selection process. The new rule became effective on February 27, 2026, and applies to the March 2026 H-1B registration period for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 petitions.

Under this rule, USCIS will replace the traditional fully random H-1B lottery system with a wage-based weighted selection process for all cap-subject H-1B registrations.

Each year, Congress limits the number of new cap-subject H-1B approvals to the following:

• 65,000 regular cap H-1Bs, and
• 20,000 additional H-1Bs for individuals who have earned a U.S. master鈥檚 degree or higher (Master鈥檚 Cap).

When USCIS receives more registrations than available H-1B numbers (which has occurred every year in recent history), it conducts a selection process. Previously, this selection was entirely random.

Beginning with the FY 2027 cycle, registrations will no longer have equal odds of selection. Instead, the likelihood of selection will depend on the wage level offered for the position, which must be indicated during the electronic registration process.

How the new process works

USCIS uses the U.S. Department of Labor鈥檚 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) wage levels. These wage levels reflect the prevailing wage for similar positions in the geographic area of intended employment. The four wage levels are as follows:

• Level I 鈥� Entry-level positions
• Level II 鈥� Qualified positions with some experience
• Level III 鈥� Experienced positions
• Level IV 鈥� Highly experienced or specialized positions (highest wage level)

Under the new weighted system, each H-1B registration will receive a number of 鈥渆ntries鈥� in the selection process based on the wage level offered:

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This means that registrations for higher wage levels will receive more chances in the selection process compared to Level I (entry-level) positions.

Why USCIS changed the selection process

According to USCIS, the purpose of the new rule is as follows:

• Prioritize higher-skilled and higher-paid workers
• Help protect U.S. worker wages
• Reduce perceived misuse or over-registration in the H-1B system
• Align H-1B selection more closely with wage-based indicators of skill and experience

How it impacts the 兔子先生传媒文化作品 community

Impact on international students and scholars

This change may affect international students who will be sponsored by cap-subject employers in the H-1B registration process beginning in March 2026 (FY 2027 cycle).

Key points to consider:

• Individuals offered higher-wage positions (Level III or IV) will have improved odds of selection.
• Individuals offered Level I (entry-level) positions will have lower odds compared to higher wage levels.
• However, Level I registrations are still eligible and may still be selected through the weighted system.

Many entry-level positions (especially those suitable for recent graduates) are classified at Wage Level I or II, meaning selection odds may vary depending on the employer鈥檚 wage offer and job classification.

Students are encouraged to do the following:

• Discuss wage level and job classification with their employer and the employer鈥檚 immigration counsel.
• Understand that wage level is determined based on the position, job duties, experience requirements, and geographic location. 听

If you have questions about how this change may impact your individual situation, please consult your employer and immigration attorney, or contact our office for guidance.

Impact on 兔子先生传媒文化作品 departments/stakeholders and university-sponsored employees

This change does not impact 兔子先生传媒文化作品 departments or stakeholders, as institutions of higher education are cap-exempt. They may file H-1B petitions year-round and are not required to participate in the H-1B registration process.

The , that they will expand the social media vetting and conduct an 鈥渙nline presence review鈥� for H-1B and H-4 applications, which is similar to the requirements for F-1 and J-1 visa applications. 听Based on the announcement, all H-1B and H-4 visa applicants must set their social medial accounts to 鈥減ublic鈥� so consulates can conduct the review.

As a result of the additional vetting requirements, please be prepared for your social media accounts including LinkedIn to be reviewed as part of your visa application process. 听The expansion of social media screening may delay the visa issuance process; therefore, be prepared for the visa delays when traveling abroad.

Additionally, according to Media reports (), through the 听diplomatic cable (messages between the State Department and U.S. embassies/consulates), consular officers were asked to 鈥渞eview resumes or LinkedIn profiles of H-1B applicants - and family members who would be traveling with them - to see if they have worked in areas that include activities such as misinformation, disinformation, content moderation, fact-checking, compliance and online safety, among others.鈥�

When applying for an H-1B and/or H-4 visa please consider the following:

• Adjust the privacy setting of your social media accounts to public.
• Allow extra time for the visa issuance by the consulate.
• Request a travel letter through the iRocket portal before your departure from the U.S.

How it impacts the 兔子先生传媒文化作品 community

Impact on international students and scholars

Although this specific measure applies to H-1B employees and their dependents, similar requirements are already in place for international students, who are currently subject to online presence vetting. The additional screening measures are likely to cause processing delays and create backlogs at U.S. embassies and consulates abroad, particularly at high-demand locations.

Impact on 兔子先生传媒文化作品 departments/stakeholders and university-sponsored employees

This enhanced social media vetting/online presence review does impact H-1B employees who are applying for the H-1B visa stamp abroad to re-enter the U.S. 听The new vetting process may result in delays in scheduling visa interviews, extended review times, and possible interview rescheduling.

On September 19, 2025, the President issued a Presidential Proclamation titled the . 听The Proclamation became effective on September 21, 2025. 听Its stated purpose is to limit entry of certain H-1B workers into the United States unless a $100,000 payment is made in connection with specific petitions.

Following the issuance of the Proclamation, The White House released an to clarify the proclamation, and CBP also issued a (guidance) regarding the scope and implementation of the proclamation. 听

Summary

When the $100,000 fee applies:

The $100,000 fee applies only to new H-1B petitions submitted on or after September 21, 2025, where the beneficiary (potential H-1B employee) is outside the U.S. at the time of filing or is not eligible for a change of status within the U.S.听

When the $100,000 fee does NOT Apply:

• Initial H-1B petitions requesting a change of status for individuals already lawfully present in the U.S. in another nonimmigrant category (e.g., F-1, L-1, TN), provided they are eligible for a change of status.
• H-1B amendment petitions (e.g., changes in employment).
• H-1B extension petitions filed to extend the stay of an existing H-1B worker.
• Petitions filed before September 21, 2025, the effective date of the Proclamation.
• Individuals with approved H-1B petitions, where the petition was filed prior to the effective date.
• Individuals who already hold valid H-1B visas.

The proclamation is set to expire 12 months after its effective date (September 21, 2025), unless extended by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This proclamation is currently being challenged in courts. We will provide updates as they become available.

How it impacts the 兔子先生传媒文化作品 community

Impact on international students and scholars

• International students in the U.S who are changing status to H-1B while they remain inside the U.S. are not subject to the $100,000 fee. 听
• This policy does not impact international students continuing their studies, on campus employment or OPT/STEM OPT employment. 听
• The $100,000 fee applies when a new H-1B petition is filed for consular processing instead of change of status in the U.S. 听This usually happens when an international student leaves the U.S and plans to re-enter the U.S. using the H-1B visa. 听In that situation, the employer must pay the $100,000 fee for USCIS to adjudicate the petition.

Impact on 兔子先生传媒文化作品 departments/stakeholders and university-sponsored employees

• This policy does NOT affect new H-1B petitions when the prospective H-1B employee is already in the U.S. and 兔子先生传媒文化作品 is requesting a change of status in the petition.
• This policy does NOT affect H-1B extensions, amendments or H-1B port (transfer).
• This policy does NOT affect H-1B employees who already have an H-1B visa. 听
• This fee applies only when 兔子先生传媒文化作品 hires from outside the U.S. and must submit a new H-1B petition on the employee鈥檚 behalf.

A provision of U.S. immigration law, requires noncitizens 18 years or older to:

• carry evidence of their immigration registration document (i.e I-94) at all times, and
• present them upon request by immigration authorities

Based on this requirement, OISSS recommends that you carry the following documents with you at all times be prepared to present them if requested by immigration authorities, to verify your lawful presence in the U.S.

F-1 students: Please carry printed copies of the following documents

• Form I-94 ()
• Form I-20
• Passport biographic page
• Visa issued by U.S. Consulate
• Employment Authorization Document (EAD) for F-1 OPT or STEM OPT.

J-1 students and scholars: please carry printed copies of the following documents

• Form I-94 ()
• DS-2019
• Visa issued by U.S. Consulate
• Passport biographic page

H-1B/O-1 faculty/staff: please carry printed copies of the following documents

• Form I-94 ()
• I-797 Approval Notice
• Passport biographic page

TN faculty/staff: please carry printed copies of the following documents

• Form I-94 ()
• Passport biographic page

We suggest making copies of all documents listed above and keeping them in a safe place and sharing the location with someone you trust who can access them in case of an emergency.

Traveling Inside the U.S.听

If you are traveling domestically it鈥檚 recommended to carry all your original documents listed above

Traveling outside the U.S.听

If you are traveling abroad, please follow the appropriate travel protocols based on your nonimmigrant status.

• F-1/J-1 status traveling outside the U.S. visit the 兔子先生传媒文化作品 travel information webpage.听
• H-1B status traveling outside the U.S. visit the 兔子先生传媒文化作品 travel during H-1B status webpage

Please note, it鈥檚 a standard procedure and legally required for the University to report specific information about students in F-1 or J-1 visas into Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), and the University must cooperate with on-site visit requests to review records.

This guidance serves as a framework to ensure legal compliance with federal regulations while preserving the rights and privacy of students, staff and faculty. Please note, the information is not intended as legal advice.

Site Visits by Law Enforcement

It is possible that local, state and federal law enforcement, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers, may seek to engage in enforcement activities on the University鈥檚 campuses. Although universities are public institutions with many areas open to the general public, there are also restricted sections that are not accessible to everyone. Local, state and federal law enforcement must have certain legal documents to enter nonpublic areas of the University, which will be reviewed by the Office of Legal Affairs.

Public vs. Areas with Limited or Restricted Access:

• Public access areas: Publicly accessible areas that are not restricted or limited to enter.
  Examples: library common areas, dining areas, outdoor spaces, Student Union common areas, etc.
• Areas with limited access: While these areas are typically left unlocked during work hours, they may not be considered public areas due to their intended function; therefore, access may be granted only with special permission or based on the operational requirements. Examples: operational facilities, classrooms in sessions, study rooms in the library, etc.
• Areas with restricted access: These areas require a key or swipe cards to enter the specific areas.
  Examples: administrative buildings, research labs, faculty offices, academic buildings requiring swipe access, residence halls (beyond common areas), students鈥� rooms, locked classrooms, rec center (beyond common areas), etc.

International Students and Scholars and H-1B Employees

Please note, it鈥檚 a standard procedure and legally required for the University to report specific information about students in F-1 or J-1 visas into Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), and the University must cooperate with on-site visit requests to review records. Also, there could be unannounced site visits related to H-1B petitions, and the University is required to cooperate by providing access to records when requested during these site visits. For any on-site visits related to F-1, J-1 or H-1B, contact the Center for International Studies and Programs (CISP) office at 419.530.4229.

If you are Approached by Immigration Officials:

1. Local, state and federal law enforcement are employees tasked with carrying out enforcement duties pursuant to local, state and federal law. Please be respectful and courteous in any interaction with local, state and federal law enforcement. University employees and students should not under any circumstances obstruct, interfere or provide false information to local, state and federal law enforcement as the University, in some cases, may be obligated to provide certain information.
2. Ask for the immigration official鈥檚 credentials, badge or business card. Determine which agency they represent and the purpose of the visit.
3. Determine if the purpose of the site visit is routine and whether the site visit is about a student or employee as different actions may be required depending on the visa status of the person under review.

• • If the visit relates to international students: Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) representatives conduct on-site reviews of F-1 and J-1 students. International students鈥� records are protected under FERPA. During a site visit for international students, the request must be made to a university Principal Designated School Official (PDSO). Please contact the Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISSS) at 419.530.4229 for any SEVP site visits about an international student.
  • If the visit relates to H-1B petitions: The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the Fraud Detection and National Security (FDNS), U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Department of Labor (DOL) representatives may conduct site visits to follow up on information provided in H-1B petitions. Please contact the Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISSS) 419.530.4229 for any H-1B related site visits.
    • If you or your H-1B employee are not able to answer a question or provide requested documents during an H-1B related site visit, you may ask the officials for additional time and contact the Center for International Studies and Programs (CISP) at 419.530.4229.
    • If the officials want to interview an H-1B employee, you can request that one of the following university representatives be present for the interview: employee鈥檚 supervisor, attorney from the Office of Legal Affairs (contact 419.530.8411 or through the operator at 419.483.4000) or a representative from employment-based immigration services (contact 419.530.4229).听
  • If you are unsure of the nature of the visit or if the visit relates to anything else: The 兔子先生传媒文化作品 Police Department serves as the primary law enforcement liaison and should be contacted immediately when local, state or federal agencies appear on campus. Contact UTPD by calling 9-1-1 if it is deemed urgent, or by calling the non-emergency line at 419.530.2600 if the situation is not urgent. Also, immediately notify your supervisor(s) and contact the Office of Legal Affairs through the operator at 419.383.4000.

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5. To ensure legal compliance while preserving the rights and privacy of students, staff and faculty, if you receive a request for information or a record, or immigration officials are searching for a specific individual on campus, please inform the officer that in accordance with University policy, you must contact general counsel in the Office of Legal Affairs.

For additional guidance, visit the resource guide available on the Office of Legal Affairs website, Responding to Local, State and Federal Law Enforcement. (updated February 2026)

Issues with entering the United States

Contact the Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISSS) for other immigration-related issues, including:

• Loss of passport or other important documents while overseas
• Detainment at U.S. port of entry by immigration officials
• Immediate threat of deportation while entering the U.S.

Please call OISSS at 419.530.4229 during office hours, Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Outside of OISSS's office hours, call听Division of Student Affairs senior leader on-call at 419.343.9946

I-20s/DS-2019s Travel Endorsements

听The need for travel endorsement on I-20/DS-2019 documents is听NOT AN EMERGENCY.听听This can be handled via express mail. Please contact an OISSS team member during regular office hours.