What happened: The US government is considering asking visitors from visa waiver countries, such as the UK, to provide five years of social media history before entering the country. This would be part of the entry process for tourists who normally only fill out an online form.
Why it matters:
- It could increase scrutiny and processing times for travellers from visa waiver countries.
- Tourists may need to disclose extensive personal online activity, raising privacy concerns.
MNN Take: This proposed measure aims to enhance security checks by reviewing travellers' social media activity but may also affect the ease and privacy of travel for many visitors.
Sources: BBC US & Canada