Electronic Device Searches at U.S. Ports of Entry
When entering the United States, understand that Electronic Devices may be subject to searches at U.S. Ports of Entry.Please read the publication from the American Immigration Lawyers Association that outlines what you need to know.
Our Business Hours:
Our office has open office hours Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. where you are free to drop in with any questions. If you need assistance, please call us at 907-474-7677 or send us an email at uaf-isss@alaska.edu.
If it is after hours and an emergency, please contact the UAF Police Department at 907-474-7721. The officer on duty will reach out to our staff based on the need.
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June 6, 2025Read announcement
Presidential Proclamation of June 4, 2025: Restricting The Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the United States from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats establishes a full travel ban on 12 countries and a partial travel ban on 7 countries, effective 12:01 am eastern daylight time on June 9, 2025.
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June 5, 2025Read announcement
Effective May 27, 2025, a visa pause has been issued by the U.S. Department of State for all F and J visa appointments.
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May 7, 2025Read announcement
Beginning today (7 May 2025), all adult travelers (age 18 and above) must present their REAL ID or other appropriate forms of identification accepted by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities within the United States.
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Monitoring Immigration-Related Developments
February 17, 2025Read announcementIf there are any policy changes or updates that might impact your ability to travel, study, or work in the U.S., we will update our website and reach out with resources.