U.S. Plans to Scale Back on Collecting All Travelers’ Social Media
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is revising its proposal for social media data collection from international travelers. The initial requirement for extensive social media information is expected to be scaled back, focusing on specific populations based on risk assessment. Further details on the revised proposal are anticipated in the fall.
- ▪The original proposal required travelers to provide five years of social media information before entering the U.S.
- ▪CBP is considering feedback and may limit additional questions to certain populations.
- ▪Details on the revised proposal are expected to be published in the fall.
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Tourism U.S. Plans to Scale Back on Collecting All Travelers’ Social Media Bailey Schulz May 22nd, 2026 at 3:41 PM EDT Photo Credit: U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer screening international passengers. Rawpixel / James Tourtellotte Skift Take The CBP's new social media rules weren't in effect yet, but the proposal made international travelers reconsider the U.S. as a welcoming destination. play_circle_filled Listen to Story Summarize Story Share WhatsApp LinkedIn X Facebook Email When is the revised proposal for social media data collection expected to be published, and when might changes take effect? How will the risk assessment process determine which travelers must provide additional information under the new proposal? What changes is U.S.
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