Say Goodbye to the U.S. Visa ‘Drop-Box’: What Travelers Need to Know for 2025
Planning a U.S. trip in late 2025? Big changes are coming for non-immigrant visa applicants from 57 countries. The “drop-box” or Interview Waiver Program is ending, meaning nearly everyone—including kids—will now need to attend in-person interviews. This news could lead to longer waits, higher costs, and trickier travel planning. But it may also improve security and make visa processes more consistent. Here’s what you should know before booking those stateside flights or hotels.
September 16, 2025
