Netherlands Issues US Travel Warning for LGBTQ+ Citizens; Belgium May Follow
Following suit with Germany, France, Finland, Denmark, the UK, and Canada, the Netherlands and Belgium are updating their travel advisories for LGBTQ+ citizens visiting the United States. The Netherlands’ updated advisory notes discrepancies between U.S. and Dutch LGBTQ+ laws and customs, while Belgium’s forthcoming advisory will address tightened border controls and varying regional acceptance levels. These changes highlight concerns regarding stricter U.S. entry requirements, including gender declaration mandates, potentially leading to arrest or detention for non-compliance. The advisories underscore the evolving challenges faced by LGBTQ+ travelers in the U.S.
John Q. Hosedrinker