US Will Screen Travelers’ Social Media Under Visa Waiver Proposal

US Will Screen Travelers’ Social Media Under Visa Waiver Proposal

A new US proposal could significantly change how travelers enter the country. Under the plan, visitors traveling through the Visa Waiver Programme (VWP) may be required to submit social media history and additional personal information as part of enhanced entry screening. The proposal, currently open for public comment, has sparked debate around privacy rights, freedom of expression, and whether stricter screening could discourage travel. If approved, US border authorities could review a traveler’s online presence alongside passport and biographical details.