Visa Waiver

By Editorial Team , 26 December 2006

Former Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge signs on to travel lobby

Former Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge has signed up with a travel industry lobby group to prepare a package of "big and bold" reforms to U.S. visa and border rules.

The aim of the reforms is to make it easier for global travelers to visit the United States.

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Visa Waiver (for visitors)

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