Dear International Students,

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. For a summary and details, see NAFSA's page. 

The 12 countries affected by the travel ban are: Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen. The partial ban affects 7 countries: Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela. 

What is a U. S. travel ban? 

A travel ban restricts or prohibits individuals from certain countries who are outside the U.S. from entering into the U.S.  

What impact does a travel ban have? 

A travel ban can have significant consequences for individuals, families, and communities impacted by the restrictions. We encourage you to download the TimelyCare app from the Apple Store or Google Play and register with your SIUE email. TimelyCare can provide trained interpreters in over 240 languages. You may also contact SIUE’s Counseling and Health Services Team for support during difficult times. 

Current students who are already inside the U.S. on an F-1 or J-1 student visa are advised not to travel internationally. For additional information regarding traveling, please see the International Students and Scholars list of FAQs.  

We will inform you as new information becomes available, and we encourage you to follow the latest updates on our Resources website. 

The Office of International Affairs invites students to meet with their DSO regarding any questions or concerns they have. Students are welcome to stop by the ISSS office in the Student Success Center, Room 0300 on Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am-4:30 pm for general questions.  

To request an appointment or ask a question, call (618) 650-3785 or send an email to: isss@siue.edu. Walk-in Advisement is on Tuesdays from 9am – 11am- no appointment necessary. 

Additional Resources

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) 

• Know Your Rights 
• Immigrants’ Rights 
• What to Do If Stopped by Police or ICE – Video 
• Know Your Rights: Immigration Enforcement and Warrants – ACLU of Northern California 

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) 

• Know Your Rights if ICE Visits (in English, Haitian Creole, Chinese, Arabic, Spanish and Portuguese) 

Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) 

• Red Cards for Asserting Your Rights 

National Immigration Law Center (NILC) 

• Know Your Rights: What to Do If You Are Arrested or Detained by Immigration 

NPR Report 

• NPR Report: What Are Noncitizens’ Rights if Confronted by Law Enforcement 

SIUE Protocol for ICE visits

If you have questions or would like to discuss your specific situation, please do not hesitate to contact our office. We are here for you and will continue to closely monitor the situation and share updates as more information becomes available from reliable sources. Your safety, well-being, and ability to pursue your education remain our top priorities. For further important updates please watch your email or refer to our website for announcements. 

Office of International Affairs 

International Student and Scholar Services 

Student Success Center 0300 (lower level) 

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville 

Edwardsville, IL 62026-1616 

(618) 650-3785