US social media rules for tourists could have ‘chilling effect’ on travel
Summary
A proposal in the United States requires visitors from certain countries to provide their social media handles used in the past five years. The US Travel Association expressed concerns that this could discourage people from visiting the US, affecting the tourism industry. The change targets travelers from the visa waiver program countries.Key Facts
- The proposal requires foreign visitors to submit social media handles they used over the past five years.
- This applies to travelers from countries in the visa waiver program, allowing visits up to 90 days without a visa.
- The policy is expected to take effect on February 8.
- Travelers must also provide email addresses used in the last 10 years and personal details of family members.
- The policy is part of President Trump's efforts to tighten entry screening for foreigners.
- Social media data submission has been mandatory for visa applicants since 2019.
- The US Travel Association warned that this could reduce the number of tourists visiting the US.
- The public can comment on this proposal for 60 days.
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