Immigration
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Support for our international communities
If you need support with immigration issues, Stanford has resources standing by to help.
- International students with questions about immigration status should start by contacting the Bechtel International Center
- Undocumented or DACAmented students with questions about immigration status should contact Undocumented Student Services
- Additional campus support listed on the Getting Support page.
News and Updates
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New U.S. Travel Restrictions Announced
Restrictions may affect visa issuance and entry to the U.S. for some foreign nationals of designated countries.
December 18, 2025
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Social Media Vetting in U.S. Visa Applications
Information provided by the Bechtel International Center about social media and online presence review as part of visa applications, including, as of December 15, 2025, applications for H-1B and H-4 visas
December 15, 2025
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An update on Senate Bill 98
The bill, which mandates colleges and universities in California to notify students, faculty, and staff about the presence of immigration enforcement, is effective immediately.
October 24, 2025
Important facts to know
- Stanford keeps student and personnel records private and will not share such information with immigration agencies unless legally compelled to do so.
- The Stanford Department of Public Safety (DPS) does not have responsibility for immigration enforcement. Stanford Deputies are Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office Reserve Deputies. As such, they follow the policies and procedures of the Sheriff’s Office. Consistent with the approach of law enforcement agencies in Santa Clara County, DPS does not inquire about immigration status in the normal course of its duties and will not participate with other agencies in immigration enforcement activities unless legally required to do so.
- A campus working group on immigration issues continues meeting to respond to the emerging needs of the campus community. This website has further details about support resources available across the campus.