On March 2, 2021, the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of State issued guidance that contained new limitations on obtaining National Interest Exceptions (NIEs) from the travel restrictions on foreign nationals traveling from the Schengen Area countries, the UK, and Ireland. Specifically, only the following travelers may apply for an NIE:

  • Designated critical

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The cap for the United Kingdom Non-EU Skilled Migrants (Tier 2) visa category has been met for the first time since it was introduced in 2011.

What is the Tier-2 General Category?

The Tier-2 visa is split into four categories, including General, Intra-Company Transfers, Sports People and Ministers of Religion. The cap has been met…