The United States is implementing major changes to the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) for travelers from 42 Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries, including key allies such as the UK, France, Germany, and Japan. These new, stricter regulations, set Read More …
The United States has implemented a comprehensive new biometric entry-exit system that mandates the collection of facial recognition data from all foreign nationals at US borders. This new rule, which took effect on October 27, 2025, significantly expands data collection Read More …
The United States is proactively strengthening its travel security protocols with an exciting new regulation set to take effect on December 26, 2025. This positive development, announced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), will involve photographing all non-citizens, including Read More …
WHAT TO KNOW Heightened scrutiny at U.S. borders has led to widespread concern among both American citizens and foreign nationals regarding the safety and ease of international travel. U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) agents have significantly increased the search Read More …
The Schengen area in Europe was devised to allow more than 400 million people to travel freely between member countries without going through border control hassles. So much for that idea. In a significant move that threatens to torpedo the border-free Europe Read More …