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Confusion over the effective date of the NIE for continuing students in China, Iran, Brazil, South Africa and India:
According to the policy, “Students with valid F-1 and M-1 visas intending to begin or continue an academic program commencing August 1, 2021 or later do not need to contact an embassy or consulate to seek an individual NIE to travel.” While the policy addresses students who are continuing an academic program after August 1, 2021, we heard that some continuing students who are enrolled for the summer have NOT been allowed to board a plane to the U.S. or enter the U.S. at the border. This interpretation of the policy appears to be confirmed by at least one U.S. consulate. On this basis, we urge you to reconsider any travel plans to leave the U.S. if you intend to return prior to August 1. Similarly, continuing students who are located in China, Iran, Brazil, South Africa or India are advised to consider suspending entry to the U.S. prior to August 1. For further confirmation, please check with your local consulate and/or airline.
Confusion over actual date of eligibility to enter the U.S.for continuing students in China, Iran, Brazil, South Africa and India:
The policy states, “Students and academics subject to these proclamations due to their presence in China, Iran, Brazil, or South Africa may qualify for an NIE only if their academic program begins August 1, 2021 or later.” The policy also states, “They may enter the United States no earlier than 30 days before the start of their academic studies.” Based on what we are learning, it appears that UC Berkeley international students from these countries, including India, which was recently added to the list, should not plan on entering the U.S. prior to August 1, 2021, even if 30 days before the start of your program is prior to August 1, 2021. |