AdvertisementThe U.S. lifts the pandemic travel ban and opens the doors to international visitorsNovember 08, 2021The Associated PressfacebookEmailPassengers walk through Salt Lake City International Airport, Oct. 27, 2020. More than a year and a half after COVID-19 concerns prompted the U.S. to close its borders to international travelers from countries including Brazil, China, India, South Africa, the U.K. and much of Europe, restrictions are shifting to focus on vaccine status. (AP)