U.K., Germany, Denmark, and Finland Warn Travelers About U.S. Detentions

Stricter U.S. immigration policies under the Trump administration prompt updated travel advisories, raising concerns about human rights and economic impacts.

The U.K. and Germany have revised travel advisories, cautioning citizens that valid visas or entry waivers do not guarantee entry into the U.S.
Denmark and Finland issued specific warnings for transgender travelers due to U.S. policies limiting recognition of nonbinary gender markers.
Reports of detentions include British tourist Rebecca Burke, who was held for 19 days over a visa mix-up, and several German nationals stopped at the border.
Germany is investigating whether recent detentions reflect changes in U.S. immigration policy, while advocacy groups highlight human rights concerns.
Experts predict significant economic consequences for the U.S. tourism industry as international criticism grows and travel hesitancy increases.