Travelers from 57 countries will soon need to attend in-person interviews to renew U.S. visas as the State Department phases out the popular “drop-box” system. This major shift is expected to bring longer processing times, higher costs, and new challenges for the tourism industry, but it may also mean stronger security and a more personalized consular experience.
September 18, 2025Planning 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, 2025Starting September 2, 2025, the U.S. is ending its time-saving 'drop-box' visa renewal option for travelers from 57 countries. Here’s how this change could impact your future travel plans, including longer waits, higher costs, and what it means for tourism and security.
September 15, 2025The U.S. is ending the popular 'drop-box' visa renewal system for 57 countries, meaning many travelers will now need to attend in-person interviews. Here’s how this change, set for September 2025, might impact your future trips—and the ripple effect it could have on hotels and the tourism industry as a whole.
September 14, 2025Starting September 2, 2025, the U.S. will require travelers from 57 countries to attend in-person interviews for visa renewals, ending the convenient 'drop-box' system. This move might slow down travel plans and increase costs, but there's more to the story. Here’s what globetrotters need to know about making future trips to the States.
September 13, 2025Following a string of unexpected medical expense incidents, the U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic has advised Americans to get comprehensive travel insurance before packing their bags. Here's what travelers need to know—and how it could affect everyone from backpackers to beach resort enthusiasts.
September 10, 2025Starting September 2, 2025, the U.S. is ending its convenient 'drop-box' interview waiver for travelers from 57 countries. Here’s what this means if you’re planning a U.S. trip, from longer waits and higher costs to why the rule is changing and what it could mean for your travel plans.
September 9, 2025Starting September 2, 2025, the U.S. government will end its popular 'drop-box' visa renewal option for travelers from 57 countries. Everyone now needs an in-person interview, leading to longer waits and higher costs. Here’s what this could mean for travelers, hotel bookings, and the broader tourism scene.
September 8, 2025Starting September 2, 2025, the U.S. State Department plans to end the convenient ‘drop-box’ or Interview Waiver Program for visa renewals in 57 countries. Travelers from these countries—including Afghanistan, Cuba, Egypt, Iran, and Venezuela—will soon need to attend in-person interviews for U.S. visas, a change expected to bring longer processing times, higher costs, and hassles for tourists and businesses alike. While officials say the goal is better security and consistency, the travel industry could feel the pinch.
September 6, 2025Visitor numbers in Las Vegas have been slipping for months, leading to big changes for travelers and the businesses that rely on them. While some bemoan empty casinos and rising prices, others are finding hidden advantages in Sin City’s unexpected slowdown. Here’s what you need to know before booking your next trip.
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