OISS Winter Recess Announcement

OISS will be closed for Winter Recess from Monday, December 23 to Wednesday, January 1. We will reopen on Thursday, January 2. During this time, we will not process any document requests or respond to emails. 

If you have an emergency during Winter Recess, please reach out to TUPD at (504) 865-5911. 

OISS will remain open until Friday, December 20. You can view our hours here.

 - The OISS Team

Biden Administration Immigration Updates

The  Biden administration has already begun work to enact immigration changes via executive orders. If you would like to see all the specific actions taken so far, the Association of International Educators (NAFSA) has put together an Immigration Portal that lists this information in chronological order. Below is a change that we would like to bring to your attention:

The Biden administration issued a proclamation on January 20 that revokes Travel Bans 4.0 and 3.0, also known as the "Muslim and African Travel Bans."  More information here

 

Additionally, we would also like to remind you that even though there is a new administration in place, it does not change the fact that you must continue to abide by the federal immigration regulations specific to your status.  Remember that it is your responsibility to maintain your status, and if you have any questions or concerns please feel free to reach out to us.

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