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Say Goodbye to Easy U.S. Visa Renewals: In-Person Interviews Return in 2025

Starting September 2, 2025, travelers from 57 countries will have to attend in-person interviews for U.S. visa renewals, ending the convenient 'drop-box' system. Here's how this shift might affect your future travel plans, from longer waits to tighter security.

September 12, 2025

Big Change Ahead: U.S. Ditches ‘Drop-Box’ Visa Renewals—Here’s What Travelers Need to Know

Starting 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, 2025