Immigration News Updates
Student Status Termination Updates
Updated 12/12/2025
While we are not aware of any UT Southwestern students affected at this time, UT Southwestern’s Office of International Affairs (OIA) is closely monitoring these developments to support the well-being of all our students and employees, including members of our international community.
H-1B and H-4 Visa Holders: Appointment Cancellations and Delays
12/11/2025
The U.S. Department of State has begun reviewing the online presence of H-1B and H-4 visa applicants. As a result, several U.S. consulates in India have started cancelling and rescheduling visa appointments scheduled for December 15 or later.
12/10/2025
The U.S. Department of State has released the December 2025 Visa Bulletin (VB).
President Imposes $100,000 Fee on H-1B Visa Applications
Updated 11/14/2025
A recent memorandum from the Director of USCIS clarifies that individuals with approved H-1B petitions or valid H-1B visas are not impacted by the proclamation and may continue to travel to and from the United States without restriction under this directive. The International Affairs office will continue to monitor developments and share updates with for utsw’s international community as they become available.
End of 540-Day Extension for EADs
10/29/2025
Effective 30 October 2025, DSHS will end its automatic 540-day extension for EAD renewals.
10/27/2025
The U.S. Department of State has released the November 2025 Visa Bulletin (VB).
$30 I-94 Fee at Land Border Ports of Entry
10/27/2025
Customs and Border Protection introduced an additional $24 fee to the existing $6 fee for Form I-94 Arrival/Departure applications at land border ports of entry, bringing the total cost to $30.