Tag: travel to the US

US Shutdown Chaos: Impact on Flights, Cruises, and Tourist Attractions

Travellers heading to the United States this week may face unexpected hurdles as the country enters its tenth government shutdown. The shutdown began on 1 October after Congress failed to pass a funding bill, and its impact is already being felt across the travel sector. While flights and cruises continue to run, the fallout is…
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Hungary Back in the US Visa Waiver Program

Hungary has regained its full status in the United States’ Visa Waiver Program (VWP) after making improvements to its security measures, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced that restrictions placed on Hungarian travellers over the past few years will be lifted, allowing citizens once again to enjoy the…
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Visiting the US Just Got Pricier: New Visa Fee Explained

A new travel fee is coming for most visitors to the United States — and it could raise costs significantly. As part of a new law called the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the US government will introduce a $250 “visa integrity fee” starting sometime in the 2025 fiscal year. While many details are still…
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Romania to Clarify Visa-Free Travel Suspension with US

Romania’s interim president, Ilie Bolojan, expressed optimism that the country will soon resolve outstanding issues with the US Department of Homeland Security regarding the recent suspension of visa-free travel for Romanian citizens. During a press conference at Cotroceni Palace in Bucharest, Bolojan stressed that lifting US visa requirements is not only important for travellers but…
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European Nations Update US Travel Advisories for LGBTQI+ Individuals

Several countries have revised their travel advisories for the United States (US) highlighting stricter entry policies and potential detention at US border points. Transgender and nonbinary travellers are specifically warned about the sex categorisation rules introduced through Trump’s presidential executive order. Reports of intense questioning, detentions, and entry denials have raised concerns among travelers and,…
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