On June 3, ISSO hosted a “Q&A on Immigration Policy” webinar with immigration attorney Dan Berger. Mr. Berger shared the below travel-related resources for incoming and continuing international students and scholars. ISSO extends sincere thanks to Mr. Berger for his recommendations. As always, please continue to stay up to date on guidance via the ISSO website and join us at our upcoming events. Additional webinars in Dan Berger will be held throughout the summer.
- Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Preclearance allows travelers to undergo inspection at designated foreign airports prior to their arrival in the U.S. CBP has specialists stationed at 15 Preclearance locations in 6 countries: Dublin and Shannon in Ireland; Aruba; Bermuda; Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates; Nassau in the Bahamas; and Calgary, Toronto, Edmonton, Halifax, Montreal, Ottawa, Vancouver, Victoria, and Winnipeg in Canada.
- The Department of Homeland Security Traveler Redress Inquiry Program (DHS TRIP) is a single point of contact for individuals who have had difficulties during travel screenings at transportation hubs such as airports or U.S. borders.
- DHS Trusted Traveler Programs allow members to use expedited lanes at the U.S. airports, and when crossing international borders.
