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.
USCIS Address and Registration Requirements
The was published in the Federal Register on March 12, 2025 and effective on April 11, 2025. Individuals who need to register or re-register with USCIS based on this rule should review for more details.
- Individuals who entered the U.S. in F-1, F-2, J-1, or J-2 status at age 14 or older and who have a valid I-94 record are considered to have registered with the U.S. government. If you are not able to retrieve your most recent I-94 record, you should contact ISSS immediately.
- Individuals who entered the U.S. prior to their 14th birthday must "re-register" with USCIS within 30 days of turning 14. If you or your dependents entered the U.S. prior to turning 14 and have turned 14 or will soon turn 14, it is essential that you review the information on for the new registration requirement. That page provides step-by-step instructions on how to create an account and submit a registration form.
- If you are here in a status other than F-1, F-2, J-1, or J-2, you should consult with an experienced immigration attorney about this requirement.
- All F-1 and J-1 students and scholars (and their dependents who are age 18 or older) must carry a printed copy of their I-94 at all times as documentation of your current status in the U.S.
- F-1 and J-1 students and scholars are required to report changes of address to ISSS within 10 days of the address change. International students must visit the to check the address that ISSS has on file for you and to provide an update if needed. J-1 scholars should email ischolar@binghamton.edu with any address updates.
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.
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Information on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)