European countries issue new travel

European countries have updated their travel advice for citizens planning to visit the U.S. in light of stricter immigration rules under the Trump administration. The UK has warned that travelers must comply with all U.S. entry conditions, as failure to do so may result in arrest or detention. Germany has also updated its guidance, stating that entry via the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) or a U.S. visa does not guarantee entry. German citizens have been denied entry and detained in the past, and the final decision rests with U.S. border authorities. The updated advice stresses that even minor issues like overstaying a visa or providing false information could lead to deportation.

Under the Trump administration, the U.S. has compiled a list of 43 countries that could face travel restrictions. These countries are divided into three groups, with the first group facing full visa suspensions, including nations like Afghanistan, Iran, and Venezuela. The second group, which includes Belarus, Russia, and Haiti, will see partial visa suspensions, mainly affecting tourist and student visas. The third group, which includes countries like Angola and Zimbabwe, will have 60 days to address concerns, or they may face further restrictions.