Effective October 18, 2017, the Trump Administration is expanding DHS’s authority to obtain social media information and internet search results for all foreign nationals entering the U.S. The latest announcement is a significant departure from the Department of State’s initial attempt at gathering social media details through a supplemental questionnaire for certain visa applicants who present a “threat profile.”
Travel Tips: Please be aware of the risks involved when travelling with your mobile devices and closely monitor your online presence—including social media profile(s), posted content, internet search results, and browser histories. Even with privacy settings enabled, some content may still be accessible.