There is a possibility of a federal government shutdown that could have an impact on crucial government services. For detailed information regarding its potential effects on immigration matters, please refer to the document provided below.
Learn More about the EffectMake several copies of all of your immigration documents. This includes all of DS-2019’s, I-94 record, and the pages in your passport showing your photo, birth date, passport number, expiration date, and visa. Keep one set of copies in your carry-on luggage, one set in your checked baggage and leave a set with someone who can send them to you if needed. If you received a paper I-94 arrival document upon your last entry to the U.S., it will be collected by the airline officials when you check-in for your international flight. You will receive a new electronic I-94 arrival record when you re-enter the United States.
J-1 scholars should make an appointment with International Student and Scholar Services for a travel signature on your DS-2019. Please make these arrangements several weeks before you travel.
See the additional information below for more advance issues for travel: