What's New

May 26, 2026

Congratulations to the Harvard Class of 2026 from all of us at the HIO!

To our international students who are getting their diplomas this year, it's been our pleasure to support you during your time here, and we're excited to see where the future takes you! 

April 20, 2026

Effective April 27, the HIO will update its 24/7 emergency phone line to 617-495-5400.

February 23, 2026

The HIO office will remain closed for in-person services on Tuesday, February 24, due to inclement weather.

HIO staff will be working remotely and will hold regularly scheduled advisor-on-call hours in the morning and afternoon. We will not have walk-in hours.

The best way to get in touch is to email our general inbox.

January 26, 2026

The HIO office will remain closed for in-person services on Tuesday, January 27, due to inclement weather.

HIO staff will be working remotely and will hold regularly scheduled advisor-on-call hours in the morning and afternoon. We will not have walk-in hours.

The best way to get in touch is to email our general inbox

January 14, 2026

It’s time to start preparing to file your taxes. This update provides important information about paying taxes in the U.S., the documents you’ll need, and additional helpful resources.  

December 9, 2025

If you're planning to travel during winter recess, the HIO is here to support international students and scholars before and during your trip.  

October 1, 2025

As of October 1, the U.S. government has shut down. Key agencies that Harvard international students, scholars, and employees interact with will be affected until the shutdown resolves. Many are fee-funded and should generally remain operational, but delays are possible.  

August 21, 2025

To all of our incoming international students, scholars, student interns, and their families, welcome to Harvard! 

We're happy to have you join us!

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