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 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.
Entry restrictions based on country of citizenship
The was signed on January 20, 2021. This proclamation revoked four previous executive orders and proclamations limiting entry by citizens of certain countries. Embassies and consulates have been instructed to resume visa processing for citizens of the impacted countries.
Additional ISSS resources
Information on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)