The United States is set to introduce a rule requiring social media screening for foreigners entering the country without a visa. The proposed changes, announced by the Department of Homeland Security, would, when passed, require travellers from select countries to submit five years' worth of social media information, email accounts, and extensive family history before being approved for travel.

As per the notice published Wednesday in the Federal Register, US Customs and Border Protection "is adding social media as a mandatory data element" as part of the screening process for travellers entering the United States.

The announcement pertains to Visa Waiver Program participants from more than three dozen countries who submit their information to the Electronic System for Travel Authoris

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