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What is the Guam-CNMI Visa Waiver Program?

Updated: Mar 13, 2024 | Tags: Border Security, Guam-CNMI

The Guam-CNMI Visa Waiver Program plays a pivotal role in facilitating tourism and business in the U.S. territories of Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). This article aims to provide a detailed insight into the history, operation, and impact of this critical program. History of the Guam-CNMI Visa Waiver Program The Guam-CNMI Visa Waiver Program came into existence as…

Why is taking photographs forbidden at U.S. Passport Control?

Updated: Jan 17, 2024 | Tags: Border Security, ESTA Passport

Whether you're an enthusiastic Instagrammer or a family memory keeper, snapping photographs during your journey seems almost second nature. However, when it comes to U.S. Passport Control areas, taking pictures is strictly forbidden. This article explores why this rule is in place and the implications of violating it. What is Passport Control? First, let's define Passport Control. Passport Control…

How to contact Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

Updated: May 14, 2023 | Tags: Customs and Border Protection, Border Security

The CBP (U.S. Customs and Border Protection) offers various services to facilitate immigration and travel processes for those who are visiting or returning to the United States. Whether you need assistance with correcting ESTA information, enrolling in a trusted traveler program like Global Entry, or accessing other essential CBP services, it's important to know how to contact the CBP for prompt assistance. In…

What are the functions of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)?

Updated: Feb 27, 2023 | Tags: Customs and Border Protection, Border Security, USA Immigration

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is the federal agency responsible for safeguarding the nation's borders. From ports of entry to land, air and sea, the CBP works tirelessly to keep criminals and dangerous items out of the country while facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel. In this article, we'll take a closer look at what the CBP does and how it impact travelers entering…

Travelers entering the U.S. by land will soon need an ESTA

Updated: Apr 11, 2022 | Tags: ESTA Application Pending, Border Security, ESTA Requirements

On April 7th 2022, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) revised the requirements for Visa Waiver Program (VWP) travelers entering the United States by land. When will ESTA be required for Visa Waiver Program travelers entering by land? Starting October 1st 2022, all travelers entering the United States by air, sea and now land, will need to be in possession of an approved ESTA prior to be allowing…

How do DHS and CBP use APIS?

Updated: Aug 25, 2023 | Tags: Border Security, ESTA Requirements

APIS is the Advance Passenger Information System, a pre-departure requirement allowing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to review passenger’s information. Passenger data undergoes security checks before they are allowed to board their flights entering or leaving the U.S. APIS is also used for commercial shipping or sailing to or from the U.S. APIS, together with Passenger Name Record (PNR)…

United States COVID-19 border controls set to be extended indefinitely

Updated: May 19, 2020 | Tags: COVID-19, Border Security, USA Immigration

The Trump Administration has indicated it is planning to extend new US border controls related to COVID-19 for an indefinite period. Critics have accused the president of using the coronavirus pandemic as an excuse to tighten US immigration laws further and it is believed that he now intends to extend a ban on migrants until the health officials deem the public health crisis to be over. White House…

How coronavirus is impacting US Immigration

Updated: Apr 23, 2020 | Tags: USA Immigration, Border Security, COVID-19

Introduction With the coronavirus pandemic affecting many countries, it’s more essential than ever to keep an eye on the latest developments regarding USA immigration rules, visas, and ESTA. In an update on March 30, USCIS announced that because of the temporary closure of Application Support Centers, biometrics previously submitted will be reused to validate the application for employment authorization,…

Travel Restrictions from Europe to the United States

Updated: Jun 07, 2023 | Tags: ESTA Requirements, Travel Restrictions, Border Security, COVID-19

COVID-19 Travel Restrictions have been lifted Effective from 12:01 am Eastern Daylight Time on May 12, 2023, foreign individuals traveling on nonimmigrant visas or ESTA are no longer required to demonstrate that they have received a full course of an approved COVID-19 vaccine before boarding an aircraft bound for the United States. To provide some historical context, initial COVID-19 testing rules…

Restrictions for Travelers entering the U.S. from China, Iran, Italy and South Korea

Updated: Jun 07, 2023 | Tags: Border Security, ESTA, COVID-19

COVID-19 Travel Restrictions have been lifted Effective from 12:01 am Eastern Daylight Time on May 12, 2023, foreign individuals traveling on nonimmigrant visas or ESTA are no longer required to demonstrate that they have received a full course of an approved COVID-19 vaccine before boarding an aircraft bound for the United States. To provide some historical context, initial COVID-19 testing rules…