The U.S. government has announced a new fee called the “Visa Integrity Fee” of $250 (approximately 8,000 THB) for travelers to the United States, which will take effect on October 1, 2025. This move could put additional pressure on the tourism sector, which is still recovering, as international visitor numbers continue to decline due to strict immigration policies under President Donald Trump’s administration and its unfriendly stance toward several countries.