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flag U.S. tourism revenue faces loss as international visitor numbers drop due to outdated travel systems, delaying recovery to pre-pandemic levels until 2029.

flag U.S. travel spending is projected to reach $1.2 trillion in 2025, but international visitor numbers are expected to drop to 67.9 million, a 6.3% decline from 2024 and the first drop since 2020, according to the U.S. Travel Association. flag The decline, driven by outdated entry systems, long visa processing times, and higher fees, threatens $173 billion in tourism revenue and thousands of jobs. flag Full recovery to pre-pandemic levels is now forecast for 2029, delayed from earlier predictions. flag The association urges urgent reforms to modernize travel processes and maintain the U.S.’s economic and diplomatic standing.

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