In this video, we'll talk about some of the new requirements that travelers that are
coming to the United States need to fulfill. For example, you now need a COVID test result
before boarding any international flights coming to the United States. So, we'll talk
about that. And we'll talk about some of the common questions that are being asked by CBP
for travelers coming into the United States. So, I'll see you on the other side.
Welcome back to our Immigration channel. This is a place where you get the most
up-to-date immigration news, immigration updates, and everything else that you need to make your
immigration less stressful. So, let's talk about some of the new travel requirements
that now are required from every traveler entering the United States. So, for the first time since
the pandemic started, every traveler entering the United States must present a negative Coronavirus
test three days prior to their flight or proof that they've recovered from the Coronavirus
in the past three months. Those passengers that are not going to be able to provide this
are going to be denied boarding flights or entry to the United States by the CBP. Also remember
that the travel ban from Schengen, United Kingdom, Ireland, Brazil, and now, also South Africa
which means that any passenger that is flying from those countries cannot enter the United States
directly and must quarantine in a third country for 14 days before flying in the United States.
Those requirements are continued to be upheld by the airlines as well as CBP before the passenger
is able to enter the United States. So, what's actually happening with international travelers
actually arriving in the United States? The first US official that you will meet is a representative
of the Customs and Border Patrol agency, also known as the CBP. The CBP officer will inspect
your passport, will look at your visa, or your travel document and make sure that you are
eligible to enter the United States. If you're not, they're going to pull you to a secondary
inspection and decide what to do with you before sending you back. Since the pandemic started,
people experienced severe delays and long lines upon entry to the United States. Those
lines and delays are expected to continue all the way through into 2021. CBP officers often
ask questions from all international travelers. Let's go over some of these most common questions
that I've been asked by CBP, specifically under the coronavirus pandemic. Question number one,
why are you visiting the United States? Make sure that your answer
matches that visa type that you have. For example, if you come into the States on ESTA or B2, as a
visitor, and you're telling them that you come here to work, or get married, obviously, you'll
be denied entry because your visa is for tourism but the purpose of your trip based on your answer
is to work. Whatever your answer is, make sure it doesn't violate the terms of the visit you’re
currently holding. Where are you traveling from? Remember, under the pandemic, specifically, since
we have all these travel restrictions, be aware that if you somehow happen to arrive from Europe,
or from Brazil, or from any country that is prohibited from entry under any of the travel
bans? Don't be surprised if CBP will take you to a secondary inspection and will send you back.
Understand what are the travel requirements, what are the travel restrictions and make sure
you follow them as well. And now, as I mentioned at the beginning of this video, make sure you have
your negative Coronavirus test because if you don't, you'll be turned back and will not be
allowed to enter the United States. Where will you be staying? This is a very common question that
CBP will ask. Remember that they want to make sure that you know where you're going and that your
intention is not to stay permanently. People that have no clue where they're going, or they mumble
some general information, will raise the suspicion of the CBP officer. Most likely,
you'll be turned to secondary inspection. How long will you be staying? Once again, depends on what
kind of visa you come in with. If you're entering with a non-permanent visa, like a student visa, or
some sort of a work visa, make sure your answer matches the duration of your visa.
If you're traveling with a green card, make sure that you say that you're coming back home because
the purpose of the green card is to live in the United States and not abandon your residency.
Another question to ask you right now is, what other countries have you visited before entering
the United States? Once again, because of the coronavirus pandemic. They also want to make
sure that you have not visited any countries that are under any of the bans or prohibited
or raise any other suspicions. So, just be clear and honest. And make sure you let them know that
even if you visited any of the countries that are banned, you've already quarantined somewhere else
for two weeks and you're clear to come to the United States with your negative Coronavirus
test. Are you bringing anything with you to the United States? This is a very common question
they asked. They want to make sure that you’re not bringing anything prohibited. For example,
if you cross the border of Mexico and Canada, you cannot bring fruit, and food, and things like
that. So, four pretty straightforward questions. And just make sure you answer it honestly and
avoid yourself being sent to secondary inspection. Be prepared for a luggage search. The CBP officers
have the authority to open your bags, your carry-on to look in there. If you have a computer,
they can ask you to open the computer or look inside. So, once again, if you come as a visitor,
make sure you don't carry with you some resumes or anything that will look like you’re coming to
work or seek employment. That's the number one reason why a lot of visitors or people who come
on non-immigrant visas are being sent back. Also, remember that under the Coronavirus conditions,
there may be some medical screening that you can go through, they may ask to check your
temperature. Once again, verify your travel if you travel to a country that has a high rate
of infections specifically when it comes to the pandemic. The most important thing is that these
procedures may change on a weekly basis. For example, the test requirement, the negative test
requirement is a fairly new thing that started this week. And we may see other restrictions come
up in the next few months. Once again, thanks for watching. If you found this information helpful,
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