美國政府宣布解除國際學生旅行禁令政策：來自受禁國家/地區的學生現在有資格從2021年8月1日起返回美國，這些國家/地區領事館也很快將恢復運營。

持有有效F-1和M-1簽證的國際學生打算在2021年8月1日或之後開始或繼續學習課程，無需聯繫大使館或領事館簽發NIE。 他們最早可以在開課前30天內入境美國。

申請新的F-1或M-1簽證的學生應在最近的使館或領事館查詢簽證服務的狀態； 具有F-1或M-1簽證資格的其他申請人將被自動考慮簽發NIE。

許多美國大學都已做好準備，並實施安全有效的政策。CDC疾病預防控制中心每週都會提供更新的指導，以確保國人安全和健康。美國人也都持續在接種疫苗。未來學校和企業將陸續重新開放，國際學生也將有資格在校園內接種疫苗。

國際學生若預計今年秋季入學，各地使館將重新開放，建議學生盡快預約申請簽證。

The Biden administration has announced the international student travel ban policy will no longer be in effect: Students from banned countries are now eligible to return to the United States effective August 1, 2021, and consular operations will resume in these countries very soon.

The International Student Travel Ban Is Lifted

Here are the official details:

l   International students with valid F-1 and M-1 visas intending to begin or continue an academic program starting on or after August 1, 2021, do not need to contact an embassy or consulate to seek an individual National Interest Exception (NIE) to travel. They may enter the United States no earlier than 30 days before the start of their academic studies. 

l   Students seeking to apply for new F-1 or M-1 visas should check the status of visa services at the nearest embassy or consulate; those applicants who are found to be otherwise qualified for an F-1 or M-1 visa will automatically be considered for a NIE to travel.

How U.S. Universities Are Preparing for Fall 2021

U.S. universities are ready, having implemented safe and effective policies that will protect students while on campus as they return to in-class instruction. International students planning on coming to the U.S. this fall should have a high level of confidence knowing that their safety is their school’s number–one priority.

Each week, we see increased guidance from the CDC as they issue new and updated instructions helping Americans navigate staying safe and healthy. Each day, thousands of Americans are getting vaccinated — which means schools and businesses can continue to reopen, and the rhythms of daily life can soon fully resume. And international students are also eligible to get vaccinated on campus.

Make Preparations Early

If you are planning to study in the U.S. this fall, do not delay.

l   Embassies around the world are in the process of reopening and appointments will fill up quickly. We recommend students make appointments as soon as possible.

l   May is an ideal time for students to get their visas: Data has shown that visa success rates are higher earlier in the enrollment process.

l   Confirm your enrollment as soon as possible: Early enrollment comes with multiple benefits, including first choice of housing options.

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