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Issue Date December 15, 2025 Issue Name Fall 2025

International Services Provides All Immigration Services

​The Division of International Services (DIS) resumed full operations after a lapse in appropriations. Between October 1st and November 12th, DIS staff in excepted status worked to maintain the immigration records of all NIH sponsored foreign national scientists.

Remember, DIS is here to serve the NIH by providing exceptional immigration-related services. Immigration questions from NIH sponsored scientists should start at DIS. You can find all our services, including individual appointments and Drop-In Advising. Visit our website! For any inquiries, contact DIS@mail.nih.gov. 

 

 

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