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More and more ESTA travelers are reporting that they have been turned away at the border control in the USA due to a previous stay in Cuba.
What reason do U.S. officials have for the rejection and what should those affected now consider when traveling to the U.S.?
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Since November 8, 2021 the U.S. has eased entry requirements and travel is possible again with compliance of a variety of COVID-19 and sanitary guidelines. Read below to learn about the implications for travelers, visa applicants, and visa holders when entering the United Staes now.
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The U.S. Department of State announced that it will continue to actively work on staffing at U.S. consulates to improve the long wait times for U.S. visa interview appointments and application processes.
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Facial recognition systems will be deployed at all U.S. international airports in the future, to increase security and reduce wait times for all travelers.
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Due to the corona crisis, we receive questions about the current U.S. travel restrictions as well as about the quarantine and COVID-19 regulations that apply upon entry and within the United States. We therefore provide general information regarding quarantine in the U.S. and also refer to the current COVID-19 / quarantine regulations of all U.S. states.
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As of June 12, 2022, full COVID-19 vaccination coverage is now sufficient for entry into the U.S.; no additional testing is required.
Read here what you need to plan for your trip to the USA in the coming months.
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USCIS continues to modernize: Applicants can now view visa application processing times online to gain transparent insight into wait times.
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As part of its current modernization efforts, USCIS has announced an expansion of its Premium Processing Program. For an additional fee, certain application processes can be processed through an express process.
Learn all about the process and what the costs are.
Since February 2022, Germany has a new U.S. ambassador, Dr. Amy Gutmann. Read more about the successful career of the US-American, who will represent her state government in Berlin in the future.
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It is advisable to apply for a visa for the U.S. as early as possible. Especially before holidays, applicants should plan more buffer for the interview appointment.
You should also bear in mind that the waiting times for entry into the U.S. will increase if there is a high volume of travel.
