I am a national of a country designated in the Executive Order signed by President Trump on Friday, January 27th (lraq, Iran, Syria, Sudan, Libya, Somalia, and Yemen).

At this time, the Executive Order temporarily suspends the entry of nonimmigrants from the designated countries. If you are a permanent resident, you should be allowed to reenter the United States. However, you may be subject to additional scrutiny and significant delay upon arrival.

I am currently in the United States. Can I travel internationally?

• The Executive Order suspends entry of nonimmigrants from the designated countries. If you are a nonimmigrant and leave the United States, you will not be allowed to reenter for at least 90 days from the date the Executive Order was signed. Although the DHS has stated that the ban would not apply to lawful permanent residents, if you are from one of the designated countries, we recommend avoiding international travel, if possible. Reports indicate that persons subject to this travel ban have endured extensive delays.

I am currently in the United States. Can I travel internationally?

• The DHS has stated that the travel ban does apply to dual nationals. However, they will process travelers based on the travel document they present upon arrival. For example, if you are a UK national and an Iranian national, you should be admitted if you present your UK passport upon entry. If you are currently outside of the United States, CBP indicated on February 2, 2017 that DOS consular posts are allowed to process visa applications and issue nonimmigrant and immigrant visas to otherwise eligible visa applicants who apply with a passport from an non-designated country, even if they hold dual nationality from a designated country. 

I am a landed resident of Canada from one of the designated countries. Will I be allowed to enter the United States?

• Yes. The CBP indicated on February 2, 2017 that landed immigrants of Canada from one of the designated countries can apply for admission to the United States with a valid passport, valid visa, and proof of their Canadian status only if their travel originates from Canada.

I am not from one of the designated countries listed in the Executive Order. Will the Executive Order impact my ability to travel internationally?

Yes. The Executive Order has canceled the Interview Waiver program for visa renewals. If you are applying for a visa renewal at a U.S. consulate or Embassy abroad, you will not longer be able to use the Drop Box and an in-person interview will be required. In general, the reallocation of resources to fulfill the mandate of Trump’s Executive Orders relating to immigration is likely to cause delays in visa issuance and admission process across the board.

Will I be asked present my phone?

It is unlikely that you will be asked to unlock your phone and give it to the Customs and Border Protection (CBP). However, if they do, and you are a foreign national, any derogatory information found on your device could be used to deny your application for admission and prevent you from entering the United States.

Will my social media activity impact my ability to enter the United States?

CBP officers routinely look at LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter when deciding whether to admit foreign nationals into the United States. If your social media profiles indicate that you are likely to engage in activities inconsistent with your requested status, or engage in illegal activities, that could be found as a basis to deny your admission.* Mere expression of opinion about U.S. political leaders is not a basis for inadmissibility.

* Although marijuana is considered legal under many state laws, it is still a criminal offense under federal law and could be used as a basis to deny entry or deport you from the United States.

I am lawful permanent resident. What should I do if I am asked to sign Form I-407?

Lawful permanent residents who are detained for questioning upon arriving to the United States should not sign Form I-407, which relinquishes permanent resident status, without discussing with an attorney. The CBP confirms that signing the I-407 is voluntary. If you are asked to sign, you should tell the CBP officer that you would like to speak with an immigration attorney before signing.

What happens if I am referred to secondary inspection? Will I be allowed to use my phone?

Secondary inspection happens frequently, and being referred is not in itself something to be concerned about. People are often referred to secondary because CBP needs additional time to review their records. Generally, you are not allowed to use your phone at any point during the admission and inspection process.

What should I tell the CBP officer if they ask me the purpose of my trip?

You should always provide truthful information to the CBP officer about the purpose of your trip or any information they request. If they determine you provided fraudulent information, you will be found inadmissible and may be referred to removal proceedings.

What should I do if the CBP officer asks me questions I do not want to answer?

You may decline to answer the questions. However, if you are a foreign national, the CBP may deny your admission to the United States if it is determined that the questions are material to your admissibility.