Student visa holders whose classes begin from August 1 can enter the US: Embassy
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Student visa holders: Indian students whose classes in the US start from 1st August 2021, can enter the country.
The US Embassy in India on Tuesday — when the restriction on travelers from India came into effect — Tweeted. “Under the current Presidential Proclamation, student visa holders can enter the United States if their classes start on or after 1st August 2021. We are unfortunately unable to approve special cases for F visa holders with a program start date before 1st August 2021. If your start date is before 1st August, we ask you to contact your respective educational institutions to discuss options.”
On 30th April 2021, President Joe Biden had signed a proclamation suspending the entry of certain nonimmigrant travelers who have been physically present in India, from Tuesday (4th May) at 9.30 am (IST). Immigrants, US residents, and lawful permanent residents (LPR) are not subject to the proclamation. Some different exemptions include foreign diplomats traveling to the US on some visa classes. And certain family members of US residents or lawful permanent residents. Including spouses, minor children, parents (gave that his/her US resident or lawful permanent resident child is unmarried and under the age of 21). Also, siblings (gave that both the siblings and the U.S. resident or lawful permanent resident are unmarried and under the age of 21).
Student visa holders whose classes begin from 1st August 2021 can enter the US
Also, there is an exception for air and sea crew traveling to the United States on C, D, or C1/D visas. Says the site of the US department of state website.
For students and certain academics covered by exchange visitor programs, it adds. “Students subject to these geographic Covid declarations because of their presence in India, China, Iran, Brazil, or South Africa. May meet all requirements for a National Interest Exception only if their academic program begins August 1, 2021, or later.
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Students with valid F-1 and M-1 visas proposing to start or continue an academic program commencing 1st August 2021. Or later don’t have to contact an embassy or consulate to seek an individual National Interest Exception to travel.
They may enter the United States no sooner than 30 days before the beginning of their academic studies. Students trying to apply for new F-1 or M-1 visas should check the status of visa services. At the nearest embassy or consulate; Those candidates who are discovered to be otherwise qualified for an F-1 or M-1 visa. Will automatically be considered for a national interest exception to travel.”
