Immigration-Related Activities During a New Administration

This page highlights executive orders, policy, legislative and regulatory changes that may alter and affect visa or immigration processing for our international student and scholar community. As always, we encourage members of our community to connect with a ISSO team member with any questions.

Learn More

Here are a few links to direct our international communities to answers to their most frequently asked questions. We will update the links periodically to ensure they reflect trending topics. Don’t see what you are looking for? Please explore the navigation at the top of the page for the complete information on the ISSO website.

Newly Admitted Students

How to Apply for a Visa

Transferring Your SEVIS Record to BU

Consideration When Entering the U.S.

New Student Orientation

Continuing Students
 

ISSOPortal

Speak to the Advisor-On-Call

Schedule an Appointment

Find Your Advisor

Learn About Your Immigration Documents and Your Status

On-Campus Employment

Off-Campus Work (CPT, OPT, STEM)

Travel During Your Program of Study

Faculty, Researchers & Employees

ISSO Check-In and Clearance (including I-9 employment verification)

Schedule an Appointment

Find your ISSO Scholar Advisor

Travel During Your Activity at BU

How to Apply for a Social Security Number (if eligible)