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US Proposes Social Media Check for Visitors

US Proposes Social Media Check for Visitors

Update: 2025-12-10
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The U.S. government is proposing a new rule requiring international visitors from visa waiver countries to share their social media history, including accounts, phone numbers, email addresses, and close family details, as part of the ESTA application process. This move is part of a broader effort to tighten immigration policies and comes after increased scrutiny of students online activities. The public has until February ninth to comment on this proposal, which could significantly impact future travelers to the United States.

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US Proposes Social Media Check for Visitors

US Proposes Social Media Check for Visitors