International Division
On June 4, 2025, the White House issued a new proclamation concerning entry into the United States for the citizens of 19 countries. The proclamation will become effective on June 9, 2025. Countries for which entry to the U.S. has been fully suspended include: Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, …
View the PDF of resources and information from our April 14 Town Hall event. Please note that this document may be updated in the future. Please refer to our Resources on Immigration Issues webpage for more information.
View a message from Vice Provost and Dean Frances Vavrus regarding updates for the international community at UW–Madison and the Universities of Wisconsin.
Spring break is March 22-30, 2025. This is a time that many employees and scholars use to rest and refresh before the final weeks of the spring semester. International Faculty and Staff Services (IFSS) would like to provide you with information to be prepared and remain safe whether you are staying in Madison, traveling around …
We know many of you plan to travel internationally as the holiday season begins. Whether you’re traveling to visit family, for work, or a much-needed vacation, keep the following considerations in mind this year: DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR DOCUMENTS Before you pack your bags, make sure these essentials are ready to go: Passports: Ensure your passport is valid for …
International Faculty and Staff Services (IFSS), in partnership with International Student Services (ISS), hosted “Understanding U.S. Elections” on October 10, 2024. The presentation was led by Jess Esplin, a PhD candidate in political science. Read the full article here. You can also review this helpful document from the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) on …
Scams and wire fraud crimes are happening around the world. Scams can target people of any age, nationality or visa status. Unfortunately, international students in the U.S. and other countries are often targeted by criminals. During Fall 2022, several UW–Madison international students reported cases of money wire fraud and other scams that led to significant …
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