US to require 5 years of social media history from visitors

Tourists from 42 countries may soon need to disclose additional personal information, including social media activity, email accounts, and biometrics, when entering the US under the Visa Waiver Program. The new requirements would apply to travellers using the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) and aim to enhance national security screening. The proposal also includes collecting metadata, email history, and extensive family details, with a 60-day comment period before finalization. The changes align with an executive order signed by President Donald Trump and have continued under President Joe Biden’s administration.

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