Post-Election Reflection
To our Current International Students and Recent Alumni, I know many of us are still reflecting on the results of last week’s U.S. elections. As with every election, when there…U.S. Visa Guidance for Individuals Affected by Events in Lebanon
On October 28, 2024, the U.S. Department of State published on its website guidance regarding visa processing at U.S. Embassy in Beirut. In summary, routine nonimmigrant visa processing (including F and…USDHS Announces Flight Restrictions on Flights Carrying Travelers from Rwanda
In an October 17, 2024 announcement, the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (USDHS) has directed all flights to the United States carrying persons who have recently traveled…ISO / Most MIT Offices CLOSED on Monday, October 14, 2024
The ISO, and most MIT offices, will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2024 in observance of the Indigenous Peoples’ Day holiday. The ISO will close for walk-ins beginning at…F-1 Five Month Temporary Absence Rule Applies to All Travel Outside the U.S.
On August 27, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a Policy Alert that appears to reference the removal of the exception to the F-1 Five Month Temporary Absence…J-1 On-Campus Employment Authorization Reminder for New and Continuing J-1 Students
All students in J-1 status who wish to work on-campus, or will continue to work on-campus at MIT (including any research assistantship, teaching assistantship, or fellowship with service requirement) need…Freedom of Expression at MIT
MIT maintains a firm commitment to ensuring that everyone in the community can express their views freely. Learn more about MIT’s policies about freedom of expression, harassment, and demonstration activities on campus.ISO / Most MIT Offices CLOSED on Monday, September 2, 2024
The ISO, and most MIT offices, will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. The ISO will close for walk-ins beginning at 3:00pm…ISO Walk-In Office Hours Return to Fall Hours starting Monday, August 5
ISO Staff will be returning to Fall office hours starting on Monday, August 5. The ISO will continue to be working Monday-Friday from 9:00am-5:00pm, but will have a hybrid of…New Student Arrival and Orientation Resources
New Students beginning in the Fall 2024 term are encouraged to access our extensive resources under the “Getting Started” section of our webpage (https://iso.mit.edu/getting-started/). These resources include guidance on preparing…ISO EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE NUMBER for PORT-OF-ENTRY ISSUES
If you encounter issues while traveling, and specifically at your U.S. Port-of-Entry with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) where additional information is requested by CBP officials, please contact the…ISO / Most MIT Offices CLOSED on Thursday, July 4 and Friday, July 5, 2024
The ISO, and most MIT offices, will be closed on Thursday, July 4 and Friday, July 5, 2024 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. The ISO Staff will also…ISO Summer Office Hours, Holiday Schedule effective June 17-August 2, 2024
ISO Staff will be working this Summer 2024 Monday-Friday from 9:00am-5:00pm, but will have a hybrid of walk-in hours and days when Staff will be in the office or working…ISO / Most MIT Offices CLOSED on Wednesday, June 19, 2024
The ISO, and most MIT offices, will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. The ISO will close for walk-ins beginning at 3:00pm on…FBI Warns of Scams Targeting Chinese Students/Scholars at U.S. Universities
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) published a warning about a current scam targeting Chinese communities in the U.S., including Chinese students attending U.S. colleges and universities. The scam…ISO / Most MIT Offices CLOSED on Monday, May 27, 2024
The ISO, and most MIT offices, will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2024 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. The ISO will close for walk-ins beginning at 3:00pm…U.S. Suspends Visa Services in Haiti
On April 15, 2024, the U.S. Department of State announced that the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince, Haiti has suspended routine nonimmigrant and immigrant visa interview appointments until further notice. The…ISO / Most MIT Offices CLOSED on Monday, April 15, 2024
The ISO, and most MIT offices, will be closed on Monday, April 15, 2024 in observance of the Patriots’ Day holiday. The ISO will close for walk-ins beginning at 3:00pm…MIT Tax Workshops for International Students and Scholars – first workshop on February 22, 2024
The MIT ISO and Vice President for Finance Office (VPF) will be hosting a series of Tax Workshops for international students and scholars to provide resources on how to complete…