COVID Test Required for Air Travel to the US Beginning January 26, 2021
Effective January 26, 2021, all travelers entering the United States via air transportation must document proof of a negative viral COVID test within 72 hours of their departure. See the announcement and FAQs on the Centers for Disease Control website. International students and scholars returning to the US are encouraged to check with their specific airline carrier for details regarding documentary evidence requirements.
COVID-related travel restrictions that ban travel within 14 days to the US from China, Brazil, Iran, 26 Schengen countries, Ireland and the United Kingdom were restated by a January 25, 2021 Presidential Proclamation. Effective, January 30, 2021, travel will also be restricted from South Africa. Please refer to the ISSO news post for a list of countries, specific language of the bans as well as details regarding limited exceptions.
All travelers should also pay special attention to Back2BU for latest updates and information about BU’s response to COVID-19 and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts quarantine requirements for anyone traveling from out of state/country.
Welcome, New Students!
Riho Imada (from left) and Akari Noguchi, both students at the Center for English Language and Orientation Programs, and Andrew Burwash (CAS'18) at the International Student Reception, held September 4 at the Trustee Ballroom. Photo by Jackie Riccardi
