International students, faculty, and staff: If you are planning international travel over the coming weeks, be aware that U.S. federal travel restrictions continue to evolve and could impact some international citizens' ability to enter or reenter the country.

Current Travel Cautions

If you have questions or concerns about your international travel plans, reach out to us.

H-1B Petition Pending

For H-1B faculty and staff: If you have an extension, change of status, or change of employer petition pending with USCIS, we recommend exercising caution: Do not travel outside the United States until the petition is approved. Read the H-1B Visa Fee Increase alert. 

Duration of Status (D/S)

For F-1 and J-1 students, faculty, and staff: If the proposed D/S rule is published and goes into effect while you are abroad, you may be subject to the new regulations when you reenter the U.S. Read the Sept. 8 alert about the proposed rule to end D/S.

Travel Resources

• Stopped at the Border: Guidance and resources for current Cornell international students, faculty, and staff.
• Travel: Comprehensive travel information from International Services tailored for students or faculty/staff.
• Cornell International Travel Registry: Students, faculty, and staff are required to register Cornell-related international travel plans.
• You can also reach out directly to Global Cornell's International Health, Safety, and Security team.

June 2025 Travel Ban

A travel ban affecting citizens of 19 countries took effect on June 9. Entrance into the United States is "fully" restricted for nationals of 12 countries and "partially" restricted for nationals of seven countries.

• Entry is fully restricted for citizens of these countries: Afghanistan, Burma (Myanmar), Chad, Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen.
• Entry is partially restricted for citizens of these countries: Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela.

This presidential proclamation only applies to citizens of the designated countries who are outside the U.S. and do not have a valid visa. The International Services team continues to monitor the situation. We will provide updates if additional restrictions are implemented.

Stay informed by checking International Services alerts for the most up-to-date guidance. Additional useful information can be found on the Executive Orders site (NetID login required). Subscribe to receive important updates and our monthly newsletter by email. (International students are automatically subscribed.)