The Trump administration has issued a presidential proclamation that will significantly impact international travel and the issuance of immigrant and nonimmigrant visas. Beginning at 12:01 AM EST on June 9, 2025, visa issuance will be suspended for individuals from specific countries. This includes a full suspension for citizens of 12 countries across all visa types (including F and J), and a suspension of visa issuance for F, J, M, and B visa categories from 7 countries.  

The travel restrictions apply only to individuals who: 

  • Hold nationality from one of the 19 designated countries and
  • Are located outside the United States on June 9, 2025 and
  • Do not possess a valid U.S. visa as of June 9, 2025 

Important: No existing valid visas will be canceled due to these new restrictions. 

You may review the White House Fact Sheet here and the Presidential Proclamation here. 

Country-Based Travel Restrictions 

  • Complete Travel Suspension (12 Countries): Starting June 9, 2025 at 12:01 AM ET, nationals from these countries will face complete suspension of all visa processing: 
    • Afghanistan 
    • Burma (Myanmar) 
    • Chad 
    • Republic of Congo 
    • Equatorial Guinea 
    • Eritrea 
    • Haiti 
    • Iran 
    • Libya 
    • Somalia 
    • Sudan 
    • Yemen 
  • Limited Travel Restrictions (7 Countries): These countries face suspension of F, J, B, and M visa processing: 
    • Burundi 
    • Cuba 
    • Laos 
    • Sierra Leone 
    • Togo 
    • Turkmenistan 
    • Venezuela 
    • For these seven countries, consular officers have also been directed to shorten the validity period of approved visas in non-restricted categories, though specific guidelines have not yet been released. 

Next Steps for Northeastern Students 

The Office of Global Services (OGS) will directly contact all impacted students with guidance about maintaining status and studying at Northeastern University.  

Note For Current Students: Those already in the U.S. with valid visas are not immediately affected by the country-based restrictions. Individuals from restricted countries should avoid international travel as re-entry may be prohibited. If an individual decides to travel, it is highly suggested they seek immigration counsel prior to leaving the U.S. 

Resources for Additional Information 

This summary reflects official announcements as of June 5, 2025. This information is provided for general awareness and does not constitute legal advice. Individuals should consult qualified immigration professionals for guidance specific to their circumstances.