BOSTON 2026: Boston 2026 to Overseas Visitors: Come!

Yesterday, we received the latest press release from BOSTON 2026:

There has been much hype and misinformation circulating mostly on social media warning potential visitors to the United States to reconsider their travel plans. Let’s set the record straight.

Boston 2026 committee members reviewed several overseas official government web sites in the past week and found all had their security alerts of travel to the U.S. at the lowest possible level. Foreign nationals should review any travel advisories to the U.S. posted on their department of state’s web site for the most complete and accurate details.

The change in federal administration has brought increased scrutiny to the process of entering the United States by Customs and Border Protection agents meant to ensure security for all. Whether driving across the border from Canada or Mexico, or arriving an airport, the documentation requirements remain the same depending one’s country of origin to avoid potential delays.

Expect border agent random security checks to possibly include examining electronic devices, cell phones, laptops, and alike checking phone logs, photos, social media and text messages to prevent entry from wrongdoers. A handful of reports of entry denials overshadow the fact that more than 4.5 million non-U.S. citizen air passenger arrivals alone took place last month in March.

Canadians staying in the US over 30 days are now required to register online with U.S. Immigration authorities in advance of travel. That time period was formerly six months.

Boston 2026 World Expo takes place May 23-30, 2026, at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. Full show details may be found at Boston2026.org and on Twitter and Facebook. Sign up to be added to the Boston 2026 email list and receive updates when available.

Thomas M. Fortunato
Boston 2026 Public Relations Chair
Tom.Fortunato@Boston2026.org

Read the press release here.

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