Will you be traveling to the United States soon? So you should be aware of the requirements that you have to comply with, especially in the context of the pandemic caused by COVID-19. What vaccines are accepted in the country? What is the validity of a negative viral test?
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What you need to know to travel to the US
The following paragraphs explain some guidelines about immunizations, the use of face coverings, applying for visas, and processing U.S. passports. The good news is that most of the information about it is translated into Spanish.
About vaccines and other health measures
As of November 8, 2021, in order to travel to the United States by air, non-US citizens and immigrants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
are accepted licensed vaccines by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), such as those of Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna and Janssen of Johnson & Johnson, and those included in the emergency use list of The OMS: AstraZeneca, Sinopharm and Sinovac. In addition, the Department of State requires passengers over two years of age traveling to the United States by plane, including US citizens, to take a COVID-19 screening test no later than one day before travel (result must be submitted). negative on the airline).
For those on US soil who want to inoculate themselves, the site vaccines.gov facilitates the search for vaccination centers. You can choose from pharmacies, clinics, and other health care providers, depending on each one’s location.
The use of a face covering or mask is mandatory on public transportation, including airplanes, arriving or departing from the United States, as well as in transportation hubs such as airports.
Finally, it has been suspended entry to the United States for most foreigners who have been in Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe during the 14 days prior to their scheduled arrival in the nation of America.
About the visa application
As of February 2021, the process to regularize routine visa services began, after a temporary suspension that began in March 2020. It is recommended to consult the nearest embassy or consulate to obtain specific information about the processing of this document.
“Embassies and consulates have broad discretion to determine how to prioritize visa appointments among the range of classes in the safest way possible, which is subject to local conditions and restrictions,” the statement read. Bureau of Consular Affairs of the United States.
About US Passport Processing
The State Department resumed passport processing routine Americans, so it is possible to receive this in an average of between 10 to 12 weeks. For an additional cost of $60 dollars, you can request the expedited service, with which the document will be received in a period of four to six weeks.
About American Travel Abroad
Due to the health contingency, each country has specific entry and exit rules, and quarantine requirements once entered the country of destination. It is noted that this information changes on an ongoing basis, so US citizens should keep an eye out for updates.
It is also advisable to review the COVID-19 guidance for international travel from the US Centers for Disease Control and Preventionwhich includes travel recommendations by country, information on the risks of traveling during the pandemic, and frequently asked questions about coronavirus and travel.
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