Many of us have been reading about the new Omicron variant of COVID-19, which has been detected in the United States, as well as in Europe, Africa, and other parts of the world. In response to the new variant, the Biden Administration has made two important changes to the current travel rules:
Please see our previous post from November 22, 2021, (https://www.mmhpc.com/tips-ahead-of-holiday-travel-for-nonimmigrant-workers-pandemic-edition/), for further information about travel restrictions and travel tips.
Remember that U.S. consular officer and CBP border officials have broad discretion in issuing visas and admitting foreign nationals into the U.S., so please connect with your attorney well in advance of any travel to ensure you are well prepared and are carrying the necessary documentation to return. If you have any questions about international travel as a nonimmigrant, please contact the attorneys of Minsky, McCormick & Hallagan at 312-427-6163 to schedule a consultation.
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