Immigration Guidance

The Immigration Policy Updates page from UCI’s International Center provides the latest information on federal immigration policies affecting international students, scholars, and employees. Key topics include:

  • Visa & Travel Regulations – Changes affecting student, work, and research visas.
  • Employment & Work Authorization – Updates on policies related to OPT, H-1B, and other work visas.
  • Institutional Guidance – Support and resources for navigating immigration-related challenges.

For immigration guidance related to graduate students, visiting researchers, and employees, please visit the Graduate Student Immigration Guidance page.

Due to evolving immigration policies and border procedures, we encourage all travelers to review UCOP’s International Travel Guidance, which include resources for planning ahead and understanding potential re-entry considerations.

UC Resources on Immigration

The following resources provide guidance, legal support, and university policies to help students, faculty, and staff navigate immigration-related issues. Whether seeking student services, legal advising, or university policies, these tools offer essential information to ensure access to 

Spanish-language translations are available for select resources.
Traducciones al español están disponibles para ciertos recursos.

Helpful Contacts

For questions related to travel, employment, study, or your residency status:

For questions related to immigration policies