The Trump administration is moving forward with a proposal that would force visitors from dozens of countries that enjoy visa-free travel to the United States to provide much more personal information before entering the country. The Department of Homeland Security outlined the plan this week in a regulatory notice, saying the changes are meant to strengthen security and tighten screening procedures for foreign travelers.
The new rules would affect citizens of 42 nations that participate in the visa waiver program. These include many European countries, such as the United Kingdom, Germany, and France, as well as key U.S. allies like Israel, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand. Travelers from these nations can typically enter the United States for up to 90 days for business or tourism without going through the lengthy visa process at an embassy or consulate.
