International Student and Scholar Services
Source: https://isss.brown.edu/
International Student and Scholar Services
International Student and Scholar Services
International Student and Scholar Services
Please note: ISSS will close at 1pm on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 so that staff may attend Bear Day.
- IMPORTANT: Check Your I-94 After Arrival
- Schedule an Appointment
- Request a Travel Signature
- Access the ISSS Gateway Portal
- Social Security Information
- Tax Information
- Optional Practical Training Information
- Labor Condition Application Notices
Summary of Immigration Updates
Click on this page to track current immigration developments affecting travel, visas, employment, and other issues of concern.
U.S. Consular Closures and Interruptions Due to Current Military Activity
March 9, 2026 Read Article
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Spring Break Travel Reminders
March 4, 2026 Read Article
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Beware of Tax Scams!
March 3, 2026 Read Article
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Federal Immigration Update Sessions
February 4, 2026 Read Article
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UPDATED: Memorandum on Pending and Approved Immigration Benefits Requests
February 1, 2026 Read Article
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State Department Announces Pause in Immigrant Visa Issuance
January 15, 2026 Read Article
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Winter Holiday Closure
December 22, 2025 Read Article
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UCSIS Policy Update on Self-Submitted Photos
December 18, 2025 Read Article
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Expanded Entry Restrictions Announced by Presidential Proclamation
December 17, 2025 Read Article
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OISSS is now ISSS!
December 10, 2025 Read Article
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2025 Winter Break Travel Information - Updated
December 10, 2025 Read Article
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ISSS Assistant Director Jennifer Dressen receives NAFSA Region XI's James Leck Award
December 8, 2025 Read Article
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3,434
International Student and Scholars at Brown University
*Open Doors 2024-2025
2,735
International students representing 129 countries
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International scholars representing 77 countries