EMERGENCY ALERT
Attention: All Green Card Holders
March 18, 2025: Effective immediately, the Shia Muslim Foundation (SMF) strongly advises all Shia Muslim U.S. lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders) to avoid all international travel until further notice.
Background:
Recent alarming developments indicate that green card holders traveling abroad are facing detainment, deportation, and re-entry denials upon returning to the United States.
Documented Cases & Policy Changes:
Detainment and Deportation:
Reports have emerged of lawful permanent residents being detained at U.S. airports upon re-entry. In a recent case, a German national with a green card was detained and subjected to extensive interrogation at Logan Airport in Boston. (The Guardian)
Universities Warning Students & Faculty:
Brown University has issued a travel warning to international students and faculty following an incident where a professor with a green card was denied re-entry into the U.S. and deported. (WSJ)
Policy Changes Increasing Risk:
The current administration is implementing stricter travel bans targeting multiple countries. Green card holders are facing heightened scrutiny, with reports of some losing their legal status upon re-entry. (Boundless)
SMF Travel Advisory & Recommendations:
✔ Do NOT Travel: Cancel or postpone any international travel plans immediately.
✔ Stay Informed: Follow SMF alerts and monitor official U.S. immigration updates.
✔ Seek Legal Advice: If international travel is unavoidable, consult an immigration attorney immediately.
Critical Warning:
Green card holders who leave the U.S. risk being denied re-entry and could face deportation.
Authorities are increasingly revoking green cards at U.S. ports of entry.
Failure to comply with this advisory could result in loss of permanent resident status.
For Further Assistance, Contact SMF:
📧 Email: farhana@shiamuslimfoundation.com
🌐 Website: www.shiamuslimfoundation.com
📍 Office Address: Washington, D.C.
SMF is committed to protecting the rights and safety of the Shia Muslim community and all lawful residents facing unjust immigration policies. We will continue advocating for those impacted by these developments.