Employers: the Recent Terrorist Attacks in Paris and San Bernardino Will Likely Increase Scrutiny on Visa Applicants and Employees Traveling Internationally
My colleague, Douglas Hauer, recently wrote about the terrorist attacks’ potential impact on the visa application process and international employee travel. Doug writes that for employers, this may mean increased travel restrictions and security checks, not just for visa applicants, but even for those coming over for short business trips in the states. It also means that if you have employees from the Middle East, Pakistan or South Asia, be prepared to offer additional assistance and guidance on the visa process and regarding travel schedules. Employers should make sure that their employees seeking visas and/or traveling abroad understand the realities of these enhanced security checks. Read the full blog entry here.