Starting Saturday, the United States will require anyone who is not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to provide proof of vaccination against Covid when crossing the land borders or coming over by ferry.
“Starting on January 22, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security will require that non-U.S. individuals entering the United States via land ports of entry or ferry terminals along our Northern and Southern borders be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and be prepared to show related proof of vaccination,” said Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas in a press release.
“These updated travel requirements reflect the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to protecting public health while safely facilitating the cross-border trade and travel that is critical to our economy.”
The new restriction applies to all border crossings between Canada and Vermont.
The measures were first announced by the Department of Homeland Security in October.
They mirror vaccination requirements already imposed by Canada, and match the requirements the U.S. has imposed for international travelers arriving by air.
Unlike Canada, the United States is not requiring proof of a negative Covid test for admission through the land border.
