Community Alert: New Entry Bans Take Effect June 9

As Salaamu Alaikum,

We’re reaching out with an important update and guidance for our community.

Today, President Donald Trump issued a new presidential proclamation expanding the Muslim and African Bans.

This order blocks or restricts entry into the United States for nationals of 19 countries — most of which are Muslim-majority, African, or Caribbean. It is scheduled to take effect at 12:01am EDT on June 9.

Who Is Affected

This order:

Fully suspends both immigrant and nonimmigrant entry from 12 countries: Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen.
Partially suspends entry from seven additional countries, including Cuba, Venezuela, Laos, and Sierra Leone.
Applies only to individuals who are outside the U.S. on June 9 and do not already have a valid visa.

If You Are Abroad Right Now

If you are from one of the listed countries and already have a valid U.S. visa, this order does not apply to you.
If you are a green card holder or a dual national traveling with a passport from a non-banned country, the order does not apply to you.
That said, if you are eligible to enter, we urge you to return to the U.S. as soon as possible before the ban takes effect.
Travel with your valid visa or green card and bring documents showing your U.S. ties, such as school enrollment, job letters, or lease agreements.

If You Are in the U.S.

The order does not change your legal status or impact you if you are already inside the U.S. and have a valid visa.
If you are from a listed country and do not have permanent status, we advise against international travel for the time being.
If you are undocumented or fear future enforcement, reach out for a legal consultation and Know Your Rights resources.