As well, in the absence of a transfer of new funds, the students’ United Health Care insurance plans may be terminated effective July 1, 2014. Other financial processing, such as reimbursements to students and tuition payments, have also been temporarily placed on-hold until new funds are received, the timing of which is currently unknown. However, CBIE would like to underscore that all Winter/Spring 2014 tuition invoices received through the end of March have already been processed and paid.

As well, we encourage institutions to continue sending new invoices as usual, with the understanding that there will be some delays in processing until new funds are received.

CBIE fully understands the serious negative implications the above measures will have on students, and in no way was this decision taken lightly. We are working with senior Government officials to assist in expediting the release of funds for Libyan sponsored students in the U.S., but we cannot say with certainty how long the process will take.

In the meantime, we want institutions to be fully informed of the situation, as it is likely Libyan sponsored students may be coming to you with questions and concerns. We truly appreciate any support you are able to offer to them during this difficult time.