US could ask foreign tourists for five-year social media history before entry15 hours ago Share Save James FitzGerald Share SaveWatch: "We want safety" - Trump addresses social media checks for tourists to the USTourists from dozens of countries including the UK could be asked to provide a five-year social media history as a condition of entry to the United States, under a new proposal unveiled by American officials. Asked whether the proposal could lead to a steep drop-off in tourism to the US, Trump said he was not concerned. As well as the collection of social media information, the new document proposes the gathering of an applicant's telephone numbers and email addresses used over the last five and 10 years respectively, and more information about their family members. The new proposal regarding ESTA data collection for tourists invites views from the public for 60 days. Meanwhile, immigration law practice Fragomen suggested there could be practical impacts as applicants could face longer waits for ESTA approvals.