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We hope you're enjoying the beautiful Seattle weather and making the most of the summer season! In this issue, we’ve included important updates on recent changes to F & J visa processing related to increased social media vetting. If you plan to travel outside the U.S. during the summer break and need to renew your visa, be sure to read through this information in preparation.
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As a reminder, the ISS office remains open throughout the summer and continues to offer both virtual and in-person services to support you. Additionally, you can always send us an email directly or connect with us through our website's live online chat service. Please note that our office will be closed this Friday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
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Update from the ISS Director: Applying for F & J Visas
As posted on our Government Updates page, the U.S. Department of State issued updated guidance that expands screening and vetting procedures for all nonimmigrant visa applicants, including F-1 and J-1 categories, and resumed visa appointments. While the official June 18, 2025 press release did not include full details, a cable sent to U.S. consulates outlines key changes.
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UW Student Defense Fund
The UW Student Defense Fund was established on April 23, 2025 by a concerned group of faculty, in collaboration with the UW Rapid Response Network and the WA Immigrant Solidarity Network. This fund is intended to pay for the legal fees of non-citizen students on UW campuses who are impacted by visa revocations or other sudden losses of legal status.
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Visa Screening & Vetting
On June 18, 2025, the U.S. Department of State issued updated guidance implementing expanded screening and vetting procedures for nonimmigrant visa applicants, including F-1 and J-1 student categories. These changes are part of broader efforts to enhance national security and ensure thorough review of applicants’ backgrounds prior to visa issuance.
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- July 04: ISS Office Closed (Holiday)
- July 10: CPT Information Session (Register)
- July 24: STEM OPT Information Session (Register)
- August 22: End of Summer quarter
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