News tagged visa interview

Major Shake-Up for U.S. Travelers: Goodbye to the Visa “Drop-Box” Waiver in 2025

Starting September 2, 2025, travelers from 57 countries will no longer be able to renew or get U.S. visas without an in-person interview, affecting vacationers, students, and business travelers. This policy change could mean longer waits, more expenses, and fewer spontaneous trips—but with a promise of stronger security and possibly better approval chances for some applicants.

September 26, 2025

Big Change Ahead: U.S. Scraps ‘Drop-Box’ Visa Perk—What Travelers Need to Know

Thinking about visiting the U.S. after September 2025? A major shift in visa rules could make your trip a bit trickier. The U.S. plans to end the convenient ‘drop-box’ visa renewal system for travelers from 57 countries, meaning most applicants will soon need to attend interviews in person. Here’s what that might mean for globetrotters and the travel industry.

September 22, 2025

Big Changes Ahead: U.S. Drops “Drop-Box” Visa Waivers – What It Means for Travelers

Starting September 2, 2025, the U.S. State Department will remove the convenient “drop-box” visa option for travelers from 57 countries, requiring all to attend in-person interviews—even kids and seniors. While some say this could make travel more secure, others worry about longer waits, higher costs, and fewer international visitors. Here’s what travelers, hotels, and adventure-seekers need to know about this major change.

September 19, 2025

Big Change Ahead: U.S. Ditches 'Drop-Box' Visa Renewals for 57 Countries

Starting 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, 2025