Europeans who are cancelling their trips to the US say: "We will return when Trump is no longer in power."

Wednesday, Apr 16, 2025

El Confidencial

Trump’s policies are deterring European tourism to the US due to political tension and stricter entry rules.

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Political shifts under Donald Trump have caused many to cancel or reconsider travel plans to the United States due to increased political and economic tension with Europe. Concerns range from trade tariffs and expulsions of critics to stricter immigration enforcement, including arrests for minor infractions or social media activity. These factors have led to a measurable decrease in European tourist visits to the US. Beyond Europeans, overall foreign tourism has dropped significantly. The situation is further complicated by changes regarding gender identification on travel documents, prompting warnings from various governments. Furthermore, the US government has paused visa waiver programs for some countries, such as Romania, causing uncertainty among potential travelers. Despite these issues, some individuals remain confident in their plans, while others are advised to exercise extreme caution due to heightened scrutiny.

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