Penn Advises International Students to Carry Immigration Documents Amid Enforcement Surge
University of Pennsylvania's ISSS issued urgent guidance for international students and scholars, urging them to carry immigration documents at all times due to intensified federal enforcement activity in U.S. cities. The February 18 advisory emphasizes carrying photocopies of key documents like passports, visas, and I-20/I-94 forms while in Philadelphia, with original documents required for intercity travel. Students on OPT must keep digital copies of EAD cards and OPT-endorsed I-20s. The email also outlines interaction protocols with law enforcement, stressing composure and respect, while warning against immigration scams. Support resources from Penn's Division of Public Safety are highlighted for immediate assistance.