To our current and future international students, scholars, and recent alumni, 
 
We’re writing to share that today, a federal court in Boston extended the temporary restraining order issued on May 23 and agreed to grant a preliminary injunction. While the case continues, these actions will block the federal government’s attempt to revoke the University’s Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification.
 
This means you may continue your studies, research, work, and campus activities without disruption to your F or J visa status. Your legal status remains protected from last week’s revocation as Harvard’s case against the government’s actions moves forward. 
 
While the temporary restraining order that was extended today maintains the status quo, the government notified Harvard yesterday that it intended to undertake an administrative review of Harvard’s ability to sponsor F-1 visas for international students. We regard this review as yet another unlawful and retaliatory action against the University.
 
Harvard will continue to take steps to protect the rights of our international students and scholars, who are vital to the University’s academic mission and community—and whose presence here benefits our country immeasurably. The Harvard International Office (HIO) will provide updates as these matters progress. In the interim, please refer to the HIO’s SEVP decertification FAQs, our general immigration FAQs, and contact your HIO advisor with any questions or concerns.
 
We understand the challenges our current moment presents and the uncertainty and anxiety many of you are experiencing. The HIO remains ready to support you and answer your questions, and we ask for your patience as we work to respond to each of you. You are integral to the fabric of our community, and we will keep fighting for your right to learn and thrive at Harvard.
 
Sincerely,

The Harvard International Office & the Office of the Vice Provost for International Affairs