NZ Travelers Face Heightened US Border Detention Risk
New Zealand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has updated its US travel advisory to a Level 2 (“exercise increased caution”), citing increased border control scrutiny since Donald Trump’s return to presidency. Seventeen New Zealanders have sought consular assistance since November 2024 due to US immigration difficulties, including detention and deportation for perceived entry violations. The advisory now specifically warns of potential detention, deportation, and re-entry bans. This heightened caution mirrors similar updates from other nations, reflecting a tougher US border regime impacting travelers.
John Q. Hosedrinker