European arrivals to the U.S. in the first three quarters of 2025 totaled approximately 11.8 million, representing a 3.1% decline compared to the same period in 2024. This data, sourced from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s I-92 air travel statistics, reflects year-to-date trends but does not yet include full-year 2025 figures, which are typically published with a 3–6 month delay after the calendar year ends.



Now separate the numbers between work travel (compulsory) and leisure. I’d not be surprised to see the latter fall off a cliff.
I’ve been to the US 10-15 times. Lovely people, at least in the areas I went, and beautiful land. All for work.
But now I’d not cross the border (ie. submit to the Taking Shoes Agency, or worse) if you paid me. 🤷♂️
My colleague used to regularly visit for work and conferences but he can no longer go because he’s always (and I mean always) sent back at the border. He’s originally from Afghanistan but has a British passport.