Updated October 26, 2021
Resumption of International Travel to the United States
Travel restrictions from many countries to the U.S. will be lifted on November 8, 2021 and replaced with a vaccine mandate for all international non-immigrant visitors with some limited exceptions.
J-1 visa applicants who have not yet been interviewed or scheduled for an interview at a U.S. Consulate in their home country are expected to have their applications prioritized and processed by the consulate in accordance with existing phased resumption of visa services guidance. Visa interview availability is expected to continue to be limited for some time and may vary greatly by country, as U.S. Consular posts are limited to reopening visa processing only as local COVID conditions allow.
COVID-19 Travel Resources & Support
Participants are encouraged to review Centers for Disease Control – Travel Guidance before traveling to the US to view the most up to date travel requirements. For information on vaccines required for travel to the USA, please visit CDC Proof of Vaccination Requirements . For information on vaccine access in the USA, please visit COVID-19 Vaccine Resources.
Spirit Cultural Exchange is closely monitoring the developments of COVID-19 in the US and abroad and its effect on J-1 exchanges. Our number one priority is the health, safety, and welfare of each of our participants. Together with our US based cooperating Host Companies, we have developed a set of best practices within which we are able to safely operate our BridgeUSA programs. All participants currently in the US are advised to follow the guidance of their local authorities and that of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), particularly with regards to vaccine recommendations, mask wearing and social distancing measures. Any participants in the USA in need of guidance or assistance should contact Spirit at 1 800 390 0978 or email support@spiritexchange.com.
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