EU Approves Countries To Travel To Member States, U.S. Not One Of Them

The European Council plans to gradually lift travel restrictions for nonessential travel into the EU starting July 1st. Initially, borders will open to member countries and select nations like Australia, Canada, and Japan. China may be added if it eases restrictions on EU residents. Tourism is vital for many EU economies, but safety concerns persist due to COVID-19. The US, Brazil, India, and Russia are excluded from the list due to high virus cases. The EU will update the list biweekly based on coronavirus trends.

Which countries will the EU open its borders to starting July 1st?

• All countries worldwide

• Only EU member countries

• EU member countries and select others like Australia, Canada, and Japan

• Only countries with no coronavirus cases

Why is the EU keen on reopening its borders?

• To increase political influence

• To promote cultural exchange

• To boost tourism-dependent economies

• To reduce travel costs

What is the main reason the US was excluded from the EU's travel list?

• Surge in coronavirus cases

• Political disagreements

• Economic sanctions

• Lack of tourism interest

How often will the EU update its list of countries allowed entry?

• Annually

• Every six months

• Every two weeks

• Every month

Which countries are also excluded from the EU's travel list due to coronavirus trends?

• Brazil, India, and Russia

• China, Japan, and South Korea

• Australia, Canada, and New Zealand

• Mexico, Argentina, and Chile