The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has extended an exemption that allows certain nonimmigrants traveling from Ukraine to enter the U.S. without showing proof of a COVID-19 vaccination.

Key Points:

  • Nonimmigrants can enter the U.S. without showing proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 through April 30, 2022, if they:
    • Are traveling with a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
    • Were physically present in Ukraine as of Feb. 10.
    • Have valid travel documents allowing them to travel to the U.S.
  • Individuals who meet these requirements must agree to:
    • Take a COVID-19 test within three to five days after entering the U.S.
    • Quarantine for seven days and self-isolate if they receive a positive COVID-19 test or develop COVID-19 symptoms.
    • Become fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within 60 days after entering the U.S. if they are staying in the country for longer than 60 days.

Additional Information: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) extended its waiver on the pre-departure COVID-19 testing requirement through May 1 for some individuals physically present in Ukraine as of Feb. 10, including U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents and nonimmigrant foreign nationals traveling with a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. More information is available here.

This alert has been provided by the BAL U.S. Practice group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com.

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