As of June 12, 2022 the U.S. no longer requires air passengers arriving from other countries to provide a negative pre-departure test or documentation of recovery from COVID-19, regardless of citizenship or vaccination status. To learn more, read the official CDC update regarding entry requirements.
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Negative COVID-19 Test Now Required to Enter U.S.
Beginning Jan. 26, 2021, all air passengers entering the U.S. must provide a negative COVID-19 test before boarding their flight, as required by the CDC. Passengers are required to get a test within three days of their departure. Written documentation of the negative test result must be provided to the… read more
Navigating Travel Restrictions Under COVID-19
Written by Isaac McQuistion Figuring out visas and navigating entry restrictions was challenging even before the COVID-19 pandemic. It is even more so now, as travelers try to plan trips while keeping track of a multitude of shifting variables and criteria, not to mention all the attendant health and safety… read more
Coronavirus Vaccine Progress
Written by Sundas Amer Soon after the coronavirus spread across the globe, health professionals began working on a vaccine that would help build immunity to the virus. The U.S. government initiated Operation Warp Speed, which aims to deliver 300 million doses of safe, effective coronavirus vaccine by January 2021. The… read more
UT Restricted Regions List Update
On August 6, 2020, the U.S. Department of State (USDOS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) rescinded their blanket global health advisories for COVID-19 that included all countries worldwide. Now, both the USDOS and CDC rate each country individually. Most countries are classified as “Level 3: Reconsider… read more
Maintaining Your Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Just like your physical health, it is important for you to prioritize your mental health amid COVID-19. This article will describe methods to monitor your mental health, self-care while at home, and resources for help if needed. The most important point to remember is to be kind to yourself. Living… read more
Travel Safety Tips During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Written by Libby Ennenga Traveling during the COVID-19 crisis creates a new set of challenges for travelers than previously experienced. While traveling may seem highly desirable or academically important, your health and safety are the most important factors to care for at this time. However, there will be instances where… read more
New Travel Guidelines in Response to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The current prohibition on university-sanctioned travel for business or study has been extended through December 31, 2020. Exceptions will be processed by deans or vice presidents for domestic travel and by Texas Global for international travel. Decisions about the policy after January 1, 2021 will be announced on or before… read more
How Some Countries Have Successfully Managed the COVID-19 Pandemic
Written by Sundas Amer While COVID-19 cases in the United States continue to rise, other countries around the world have managed to contain the pandemic more effectively. A survey of countries in East Asia and the Pacific indicate that there are a few strategies that have proven successful in tackling… read more
New Travel Guidelines in Response to COVID-19
The current prohibition on university-sanctioned travel for business or study is extended through July 31, 2020. Exceptions will be processed by deans or vice presidents for domestic travel and by Texas Global for international travel. Decisions about policy after August 1 will be announced on or before July 15. Domestic… read more
