Travelers from some of the United States’ top tourist-generating countries may need to fork over more than just a passport to cross its borders.
Social media history, family members’ personal information, and biometric data are just some of the information tourists will need to provide if changes proposed this week by U.S. Customs and Border Protection are approved.
It’s not clear when — or if — these changes would go into effect. The changes are open to a 60-day comment period before approval by the White House’s Office of Management and Budget. In an emailed statement, CBP emphasized that these are not final rules, just a “first step in starting a discussion to have new policy options to keep the American people safe.”
New Entry Requirements for Tourists
The proposed changes would apply to leisure and business travelers from the 42 Visa Waiver Program countries. Most citizens from these countries can enter the U.S. for short stays
