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On March 11, 2020 President Trump added Europe’s Schengen Area to the travel restriction list due to the spread of the novel coronavirus. This travel restriction goes into effect 11:59 p.m. eastern daylight time on March 13, 2020. Foreign nationals seeking entry into the United States, as immigrants (initial entry on newly issued immigrant visas following Consular Processing) or nonimmigrants (all visa holders and individuals using Advance Parole as pending adjustment applicants), who were physically present in Europe’s Schengen Area during the 14-day period prior to their attempted entry to the U.S. will be denied admission. The Schengen Area includes the following 26 European states: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland. At this time, the suspension does not apply to foreign nationals who were present in the United Kingdom. U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and certain family members of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents are exempt from the travel restriction, as outlined in the Presidential Proclamation. The latest travel restriction will remain effective until terminated by the President.
The Trump Administration issued similar travel restrictions on China and Iran previously, which continue to remain in effect.
Please understand that the situation is fluid and is changing rapidly. For individuals who are outside the U.S. and are seeking to enter or return, may face delays imposed by the government. Please check the consulate’s website for country specific information on closures or visa processing delays that may impact your travel plans. Many U.S. consulates and embassies have limited operations and only provide emergency American Citizen and emergency visa services at this time. Similarly, any individuals making plans to travel internationally may face delays in returning to the U.S. In addition to governmental delays, airlines and the travel industry are imposing their own restrictions. If you are able to postpone travel, do so.
