Tag: coronavirus
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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 -
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 -
Virtual Zoom Weddings for Partners Living in Different Countries: Are They Recognized under U.S. Immigration Laws?
In November 2020, Utah became the first state to allow virtual Zoom weddings for long-distance couples seeking to get married. This option is especially salient to cross-border couples who have been separated for the past year and a half due to the COVID-19 travel restrictions. Utah’s marriage option is considered a proxy marriage and allows […]Read More -
Things Are Tough At The Canadian Border Right Now
Managing Partner Rosanna Berardi explains why things are so tough at the Canadian border right now, and what you can do to make your application for status much easier. Whether it’s a TN or an L-1, there are steps you can take to make your American Dream a reality. If you have any questions, contact […]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 -
USCIS Once Again Extends Flexibility for Responding to Agency Requests
On September 24, 2021, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it will once again be extending the flexibilities it announced on March 30, 2020, in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. At the beginning of the coronavirus outbreak, USCIS announced it would give certain applicants, petitioners, and requestors more time to respond to […]Read More -
Crossing the Border: Entering Canada with Children Under 12
We’ve been getting a ton of questions about traveling to Canada via land border with young children. Here’s what you need to know! If you have any questions about crossing the border, contact Berardi Immigration Law today. We’d be happy to help.Read More