{"id":24720,"date":"2025-06-02T07:16:43","date_gmt":"2025-06-02T07:16:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/international.northeastern.edu\/ogs\/?p=24720"},"modified":"2025-09-05T20:02:27","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T20:02:27","slug":"u-s-department-of-state-pauses-new-visa-issuance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/international.northeastern.edu\/ogs\/u-s-department-of-state-pauses-new-visa-issuance\/","title":{"rendered":"U.S. Department of State Resumes New Visa Issuance"},"content":{"rendered":"<blockquote>\r\n<h3><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong>June 20, 2025 &#8211; U.S. Department of State Resumes Scheduling F\/J Visa Appointments!<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n<span class=\"TextRun SCXW261019873 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261019873 BCX0\">The U.S. Department of State has officially resumed scheduling visa interviews for<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261019873 BCX0\">\u00a0F-1 and J-1<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW261019873 BCX0\">\u00a0student visa applicants. This means that students and scholars can now book their visa appointment at a local U.S. embassy or consulate. This is great news for all incoming international students preparing to join us for the upcoming academic term, and for all returning students who traveled home this summer and have an expired visa.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW261019873 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nIn addition, a<span class=\"TextRun SCXW116944177 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116944177 BCX0\">s part of new screening procedures implemented by the Department of State (DOS):<\/span><\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Applicants must be prepared for their online presence to be reviewed as part of the visa application process<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Applicants are required to set their social media profiles to &#8220;public&#8221;<\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong><em>OGS continues to advise <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">current students<\/span> to avoid traveling internationally for the sole purposes of renewing their F\/J visa.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next Steps for New Incoming Students:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Form I-20 (F-1) and Form DS-2019 (J-1) requests: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you have not already, please submit your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Finternational.northeastern.edu%2Fogs%2Fnew-students%2Fi-20-ds-2019-application%2Fprearrivali20%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cj.christ%40northeastern.edu%7C6a5be3a89dc04ff4ddcd08dd9ec9c277%7Ca8eec281aaa34daeac9b9a398b9215e7%7C0%7C0%7C638841311570065736%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=C%2BjxTBoqfSaZundAIRfjwmeiMJUk1TnpB52U2ukCUc8%3D&amp;reserved=0\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">request for an I-20<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> or your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/international.northeastern.edu\/ogs\/new-students\/i-20-ds-2019-application\/applying-as-a-j-1-student\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">request for the DS-2019<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Please be attentive that processing of these forms can take up to 15 business days. Be sure to submit your request as soon as possible.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Schedule Your Interview Promptly:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fDue to high demand and potential backlogs, we strongly encourage you to book your visa interview as soon as possible through your local U.S. embassy or consulate. Check the website of your local U.S. embassy or consulate regularly for the latest updates and appointment availability.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Visa Status Update:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Please keep us updated by completing OGS\u2019 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmyogs.northeastern.edu%2Fistart%2Fcontrollers%2Fclient%2FClientEngine.cfm%3Fserviceid%3DEFormVisaApplicationStatus0ServiceProvider&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cj.christ%40northeastern.edu%7C6a5be3a89dc04ff4ddcd08dd9ec9c277%7Ca8eec281aaa34daeac9b9a398b9215e7%7C0%7C0%7C638841311570086235%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=DdiYbc3ueJ7HJng9Y247Zt%2BuXDOA6zrGR6ECXWIHHZw%3D&amp;reserved=0\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">visa status e-form<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> regularly so that we can remain aware of your progress in the application process and make appropriate plans for your arrival.\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fIf you encounter delays or need assistance, please notify us via the visa status e-form. We\u2019re here to help with documentation requested by the embassy\/consulate, deferral options, and any other concerns.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Already in the U.<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">S.?: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you&#8217;re already in the U.S. and are transferring your SEVIS record or changing your immigration status,\u202fyou do not need to leave the country for the sole purpose of renewing your visa. However, it\u2019s important that you\u202fpromptly apply for your I-20 and DS-2019\u202fand ensure your records are updated correctly.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Course Registration: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you have not yet registered for your courses, you may do so in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/me.northeastern.edu\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">student hub<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019re excited to welcome you to our campus community. Please keep us updated about your progress so we can best support you with your transition to campus.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you have questions about F-1\/J-1 student status, please reach out to the <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/service.northeastern.edu\/ogs?id=ogs_ask_a_question&amp;sys_id=47cb95e387e1759011b72fc5dabb3512&amp;_gl=1*1dq0yd2*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NDc2NjI0NTguRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1Jc0tfYV9OV3ZqUU1WTGtMX0FSMWtoUnBsRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0k0N1BEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE3NDc2NjI0MDYuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JOU55MzQ5V3ZqUU1WMkVyX0FSMWRMQVFGRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0p3bnZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*NzIzNjQ5Mjg4LjE3NDEzODg1MzU.\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Office of Global Services<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<blockquote>\r\n<h3><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong>May 27, 2025 &#8211; U.S. Department of State Pauses New Visa Issuance<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">On May 27, 2025, reports surfaced that the U.S. Department of State temporarily paused the scheduling of new F-1\/J-1 visa appointments while it reviews its procedures related to social media screening as part of the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">visa application process<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">. We are closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as soon as more information becomes available. At this time, we understand that this pause is temporary, but no specific timeline has been provided for when new interviews will resume.<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"none\">In the meantime, we recommend the following:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you have not already, please submit your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Finternational.northeastern.edu%2Fogs%2Fnew-students%2Fi-20-ds-2019-application%2Fprearrivali20%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cj.christ%40northeastern.edu%7C6a5be3a89dc04ff4ddcd08dd9ec9c277%7Ca8eec281aaa34daeac9b9a398b9215e7%7C0%7C0%7C638841311570065736%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=C%2BjxTBoqfSaZundAIRfjwmeiMJUk1TnpB52U2ukCUc8%3D&amp;reserved=0\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">request for an I-20 (new F-1 students).<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Or your request for a DS-2019 (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/international.northeastern.edu\/ogs\/new-students\/i-20-ds-2019-application\/applying-as-a-j-1-student\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">new J-1 students<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/international.northeastern.edu\/ogs\/exchange-visitor-program\/j-1-scholars\/visa-process-for-j-1-scholars\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">new J-1 scholars<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">). Please be attentive that I-20\/DS-2019 processing can take up to 15 business days<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you already have a visa interview scheduled, proceed with your appointment as planned<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you have not yet scheduled your interview, continue checking your local embassy or consulate website frequently and book as soon as appointments become available<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you have not yet registered for your courses, we encourage you to do so.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Registering for courses early ensures you secure your spot ahead of receiving your I-20 and F-1 visa.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li>If you are a current student who has traveled this summer, have an expired F\/J visa, and are waiting to renew your F\/J visa, please <a href=\"https:\/\/service.northeastern.edu\/ogs?_gl=1*vs3qew*_gcl_au*MTU1NDcwMTE4MS4xNzQ5MTM0MjY2\">contact OGS to let us know.<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Please keep us updated by completing our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmyogs.northeastern.edu%2Fistart%2Fcontrollers%2Fclient%2FClientEngine.cfm%3Fserviceid%3DEFormVisaApplicationStatus0ServiceProvider&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cj.christ%40northeastern.edu%7C6a5be3a89dc04ff4ddcd08dd9ec9c277%7Ca8eec281aaa34daeac9b9a398b9215e7%7C0%7C0%7C638841311570086235%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=DdiYbc3ueJ7HJng9Y247Zt%2BuXDOA6zrGR6ECXWIHHZw%3D&amp;reserved=0\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">visa status e-form<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> so that we can remain aware of your progress in the application process, and make appropriate plans for your arrival.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Northeastern University is here to support you and remains committed to helping you navigate this process.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<i><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you have questions or need documentation to support your visa application once interviews resume, reach out to our office <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/service.northeastern.edu\/ogs?id=ogs_ask_a_question&amp;sys_id=47cb95e387e1759011b72fc5dabb3512&amp;_gl=1*1dq0yd2*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NDc2NjI0NTguRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1Jc0tfYV9OV3ZqUU1WTGtMX0FSMWtoUnBsRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0k0N1BEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE3NDc2NjI0MDYuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JOU55MzQ5V3ZqUU1WMkVyX0FSMWRMQVFGRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0p3bnZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*NzIzNjQ5Mjg4LjE3NDEzODg1MzU.\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">here<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>June 20, 2025 &#8211; U.S. Department of State Resumes Scheduling F\/J Visa Appointments! 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