Travel Information Update

U.S. Embassy Reykjavik

July 20, 2020

TRAVELING TO THE UNITED STATES

Announcing Additions to the National Interest Exceptions: Travel in the national interest of the United States includes travel on a temporary basis that provides a substantial benefit to the U.S. economy including certain categories of students, academics, as well as certain business travelers, investors, treaty traders.

STUDENTS – F1, M1 and their dependents

Must have a valid I-20
SEVIS fee paid
Students will need to self-quarantine subject to local requirements
Students with a valid F1/F2 visa and a valid I-20 may travel to the U.S. and apply for admission.

ACADEMICS – J1 and their dependents

Must have a valid DS-2019
Includes the following categories:
Professors
Research scholars
Short term scholars
Specialists

Does NOT include:

Au Pairs
Summer camp counselors
Interns
Trainees
Teachers
Summer work travel programs

HOW TO APPLY:

Complete the online application – DS-160
Appointments are available through the online scheduling service:
Pay the MRV fee in cash only of $160 USD. Students also must pay the reciprocity fee of $163 USD or the equivalent in ISK.
Once a visa has been issued, the applicant may travel to the U.S.
Those with a valid F1/F2/M1/M2 visa and I-20 do not need to reapply.

BUSINESS TRAVELERS (B1/B2) and their dependents

Temporary travel to the U.S. includes:
Technical experts and specialists
Senior-level managers and executives
Professional Athletes and essential staff who enter to participate in major sporting events

Contact ReykjavikConsular@state.gov for more information or to request an appointment.