• We are anticipating Federal policy that will impact travelers and immigrants from Muslim majority countries. • CAIR-WA is in communication with State and Federal Officials to assure we have the most updated information for the community • CAIR-WA is recommending to not travel during this time to avoid being impacted by the travel ban • We expect this forthcoming travel ban guidance to include extra surveillance and scrutiny. We recommend scrubbing or deleting social media accounts. Citizens are fine to travel but if you are Muslim, you should expect extra scrutiny and security checks at airports. Extra scrutiny may include looking at devices.
If you have to travel internationally
What to know
• CBP can access personal, confidential and sensitive data at the border • Your rights are limited at the border • You may be denied entry or boarding or your device may be confiscated if you refuse to provide access.
Recommendations – limit and protect personal data
• If you can, leave your phone and devices at home • If you have to take your phone, delete or password protect sensitive apps and encrypt personal information • Turn off devices during travel and at border crossings
Where to call:
- CAIR-WA: 206-367-4081 or our online intake form
- WAISN (Washington Immigration Solidarity Network) Deportation Defense Hotline (Monday-Friday; 6am-6pm) at 1-844-724-3737.
- American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) 24/7 Emergency Legal Hotline at