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Despite higher tourist visa fees, more Mexicans are visiting the U.S.

By Angela Kocherga
Published November 5, 2025 at 4:46 PM EST

The U.S. is seeing a decline in international tourists this year, about 9 percent. The number of Canadian visitors has plummeted. But after an initial drop, there's an uptick in travelers from Mexico.

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Angela Kocherga