Announcement
Important updates that may require action or continued attention for further information
DHS Announces Special Student Relief Authorization for Lebanese Students Experiencing Severe Economic Hardship
On November 26, 2024, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a Special Student Relief (SSR)...Continue reading→
ISS Scholarship Applications Open
The ISS Office has opened the following scholarship applications. Click on the link to open the scholarship application. Spring Forward Scholarship (for spring 2025...Continue reading→
H-1B Information Session
Sponsored by International Student Services (ISS) The H-1B specialty occupation work visa provides an option to many graduating students who may be thinking about...Continue reading→
GSO Immigration Workshop
The ISS would like to inform you of an immigration webinar being hosted by the ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ M¨¡noa Graduate Student Organization (GSO). This is a...Continue reading→
DHS Announces Special Student Relief (SSR) Employment Benefits to Lebanese Students
On October 17, 2024, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a Special Student Relief (SSR) notice for students from Lebanon from July...Continue reading→
DHS Offers Protections for Lebanese Nationals Currently in the United States
DHS announces certain Lebanese nationals will be eligible for DED and TPS, allowing them to work and temporarily remain in the United States On...Continue reading→
Reports of USCIS Server Errors for OPT Application
The ISS office is aware of a USCIS server error that prevents students from paying and submitting their OPT application online, form I-765 Applications...Continue reading→
Understanding Health Insurance and Your Options
This presentation will go over how health insurance works in the U.S. By the end, you will have a better understanding of the general...Continue reading→
USCIS Extends EAD under TPS Designations of El Salvador, Honduras, Nepal, Nicaragua, and Sudan
On June 20, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced the extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) issued to Temporary Protected...Continue reading→
Important Communications
Email Updates Sent to ISS Students
News
Recent Updates For International Students
Expansion of U.S. Travel and Visa Restrictions
A new federal proclamation has significantly expanded travel restrictions to 39 countries and individuals using Palestinian Authority travel documents. These measures impact visa issuance...Continue reading→
F-1/J-1 Student Alert: Federal Shutdown Risks And Required Student Action
What Continues to Function:? The federal government shutdown that began today, October 1, 2025, should not immediately stop your key immigration processes. Most critical...Continue reading→
New U.S. Visa Policy on Interview Locations
Effective September 6, 2025, the U.S. Department of State requires most nonimmigrant visa applicants, including F-1 and J-1 students, to schedule their visa interviews...Continue reading→
DHS Proposed Rule to Eliminate “Duration of Status¡± Could Significantly Change F-1 & J-1 Student Status
On August 28, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a proposed rule in the Federal Register (90 FR 42070) titled Establishing...Continue reading→
Pre-Arrival Information Series – Fall 2026
Hosted by the International Student Services (ISS) Office Aloha e New International Students! SIGN UP HERE by Sunday, July 19, 2026 to attend our...Continue reading→
USCIS Updates Form I-765, Removes SSN Option
On January 5, 2026, USCIS updated the form I-765. This edition, which includes the downloadable PDF and online form, removes the option to apply...Continue reading→
ISS Scholarship Applications Open
The ISS Office has opened the following scholarship applications. Click on each link to open the scholarship applications. Spring Forward Scholarship (for spring 2026...Continue reading→
H-1B Information Session
Sponsored by International Student Services (ISS) The H-1B specialty occupation work visa provides an option to many graduating students who may be thinking about...Continue reading→
U.S Govt Shutdown Impact on F-1/J-1 Student Status & Services
(Email sent 10/01/2025 at approximately 6:10pm HST to ISS International Students) Aloha F-1/J-1 Students, We are writing to inform you that the partial U.S....Continue reading→
New U.S. Visa Policy: Interview Location Requirements
(Email sent 9/11/2025 at approximately 6:00pm to ISS International Students) Dear International Students, This email contains critical information about a new U.S. visa policy...Continue reading→
OPT Workshop – Fall 2025
Event dates: September 16, 2025 from 9am – 10am Presented by the International Student Services (ISS) office, the OPT workshop is for students who...Continue reading→
Events
Hosted Events or Activities from ISS or ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ Manoa<
