Category: News
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BREAKING: Canadians: Which Vaccines for U.S. Travel? Are Mixed Vaccines Okay?
Vaccinated travelers from abroad, including Canadians with mixed doses, can enter the U.S. starting November 8. Watch the video below for more information. If you have any questions, contact Berardi Immigration Law today. We would love to hear from you.Read More -
BREAKING: White House announces fully vaccinated foreign visitors can enter the U.S. beginning November 8
Which foreign travelers can enter the United States by AIR on November 8? ALL foreign national air travelers must be fully vaccinated to enter the U.S. after November 8, regardless of their purpose of travel. This is a welcome change for those traveling from the UK, Ireland, most Schengen countries, China, India, South Africa, Iran […]Read More -
USCIS Confirms Form I-693 Medical Examination Edition Date is Determined by Civil Surgeon’s Signature Date
As of Friday October 1, 2021, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) posted a new edition of Form I-693, the Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record. This new version of Form I-693 requires all green card applicants to receive a full series vaccine for COVID-19. The new form is dated 9/13/2021 and as of October 1, 2021, USCIS will only accept the 9/13/2021 […]Read More -
BREAKING NEWS: U.S. Side of Canadian Border to Re-Open to Vaccinated Travelers in November
It’s finally happening – the US side of the Canadian border will re-open to vaccinated travelers in November. Watch our video below and stay tuned to Berardi Immigration Law’s social channels for the latest! If you have any questions, contact Berardi Immigration Law today. We would love to hear from you.Read More -
Biden Administration will Require International Travelers to Show Proof of Vaccination from Approved Sources once Travel Ban Lifted
On October 11, 2021, a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) spokesperson confirmed that only vaccines approved or authorized by the Food and Drug Administration...Read More -
Which Vaccines are Authorized for Travel to the U.S.?
The United States will reopen in November to air travelers from 33 countries including China, India, Brazil and most of Europe who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, the White House said, easing tough pandemic-related restrictions that started early last year. Read more here from Reuters and check out our video below. If you have any […]Read More -
Crossing the Border: H-1B for Students
If you’re an international student studying in the U.S. and want to stay in the country after pursuing higher education, one option is to apply for an H-1B visa. In the video below, Senior Associate Attorney Gabriella Agostinelli tells us about current caps for H-1B, the lottery process, and recent trends. You can learn more […]Read More -
Federal Judge Rules US Cannot Stop Issuing Visas During Travel Bans
A US federal judge has declared it unlawful for the State Department to use travel bans issued to prevent the spread of COVID-19 as a reason to stop processing visas for otherwise eligible travelers. Find our more here. Senior Associate Attorney Gabriella Agostinelli tells us what this means for your travel plans to the United […]Read More -
U.S. District Court finds the U.S. Department of State acted improperly in suspending visa issuance based on the Regional Ban Proclamations
On October 5, 2021, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia granted a group of non-citizens summary judgment in their suit against the U.S. Department of State (the “Department”), finding the Department acted improperly in suspending visa issuance pursuant to the Regional Ban Proclamations. Background In response to the ongoing pandemic, both Former-President […]Read More -
Major Changes for Canadians Flying Into the United States
U.S. vaccination requirement for air passengers worries Canadians with mixed vaccines U.S. currently doesn’t recognize people with some COVID-19 vaccine mixes as being fully vaccinated. Find out more in the video below and check out this related article from the CBC. If you have any questions, contact Berardi Immigration Law today. We would love to […]Read More