Where the United States passport holders can go visa-free

One must leave for 90 days to reset the visa-free period.

Those classed as Samoan under local law enjoy permanent residence

30 days per trip, but no more than 90 days within any 1 calendar year for tourism purposes only. Visitors must have a return/onward ticket and a hotel reservation confirmation. An International Certificate of Vaccination is required.

Stringent application of rules regarding proof of sufficient funds, return ticket and accommodation.

Extendable up to 180 days. Argentina requires travelers to have health insurance prior to the arrival as of July 2025.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. Residence permit (Aufenthaltstitel) for stays of longer than 90 days obtainable after arrival under certain conditions.

Passport card or enhanced drivers license valid for sea travel.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area Residence permit (Titre de séjour/Verblijfstitel/Aufenthaltstitel) obtainable after arrival for stays longer than 90 days under certain conditions.

Mandatory Car Disinfection at border. If one fails to do so, they will be sent back to go through this procedure. A fee does apply.

90 days within any 6-month period.

90 days within any 1-year period.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

Anyone with a criminal record (including misdemeanors or alcohol-related driving offenses in the US) may not be able to enter Canada without first obtaining an approval for rehabilitation or a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP). Passport Card, NEXUS card, or enhanced drivers license valid for land and sea travel. United States citizens and permanent residents are exempt from obtaining Canada ETA.

Must register online at least five days prior to arrival. Visitors must pay the Airport Security Fee (TSA) before visiting. The cost is 3,400 CVE (approx. 31 EUR) and can be paid via the online platform (EASE).

No reciprocity fees required.

Extendable up to 180-days stay within a one-year period Colombian-born U.S. citizens and U.S. citizens traveling with children may face special exit requirements.

90 days out of any 12-month period.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

Maximum consecutive period of six months each calendar year.

90 days within any 180-day period.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

U.S. citizens can enter Denmark for up to 90 days out of any 180 day period, regardless of time spent in other Schengen countries prior to entry into Denmark.

Extendable up to 90 days. Passport card or enhanced drivers license valid for sea travel.

Extendable for another 90 days, per year

Part of the Central America-4 Free Mobility Agreement. One ninety-day extension may be granted if applied five days before the first expires. In the CA4 area, one gets 90 days total for the entire area. To reset one's stay, they must leave the area.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area

Extendable up to 60 days.

A visitor permit is normally issued as a stamp in the passport on arrival, The maximum validity period is 1 month.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area (in Regions of France) A bilateral agreement pre-dating the Schengen area may allow 90 days of stay in France regardless of days spent in other Schengen countries.

90 days within any 180-day period.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area Residence permit (Aufenthaltstitel) for stays of longer than 90 days obtainable after arrival under certain conditions. Germany requires that all passports be signed.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area

U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals citizens may live and work freely in Guam. Passport / EDL is required for entry. Under certain circumstances, a government issued photo ID and proof of citizenship may be used in lieu a passport on a case-by-case basis.

Part of the Central America-4 Free Mobility Agreement. In the CA4 area, one gets 90 days total for the entire area. To reset one's stay, they must leave the area.

Travel currently almost impossible due to gang violence. Only open borders are the sea borders. Air borders are currently not open, nor is the border with the Dominican Republic. Foreign visitors are required to pay a US$10 Tourist visa fee. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Haiti due to kidnapping, crime, terrorist activity, civil unrest, and limited health care.

Part of the Central America-4 Free Mobility Agreement. In the CA4 area, one gets 90 days total for the entire area. To reset one's stay, they must leave the area.

Visa required for holders of US diplomatic passports

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area

Residence permit for stays of longer than 90 days obtainable after arrival under certain conditions.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area A bilateral agreement pre-dating the Schengen area may allow 90 days of stay in Italy regardless of days spent in other Schengen countries.

Departure tax collected by airline for all arrivals by air.

Persons who have been sentenced to 1 year or more of jail are not eligible for visa free travel to Japan. United States citizens are also eligible for a Japanese eVisa.

Visa free was granted in 2014 under the unilateral visa waiver for countries with high investment in the Kazakhstan economy.

May not exceed 90 days within any 12-month period.

30 days within any 60-day period.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. A bilateral agreement pre-dating the Schengen area allows an additional 90 days of stay in Latvia (to a total of 180) regardless of days spent in other Schengen countries.

Extendable up to 180 days.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. Mandatory medical insurance.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area

Visa required for holders of US diplomatic passports

Immigration offenses, such as visa overstaying, are punishable by caning.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area

Section 112 of the Immigration Act 2006 provides that a person who is not a citizen of the Republic may enter only if they hold a visa or are exempt from the requirement to hold a visa. Section 113 of the Immigration Act 2006 exempts citizens of the United States, Palau and the Federated States of Micronesia from the requirement to hold a visa to enter the Republic. Exempt persons remain subject to immigration clearance procedures upon arrival and departure and may be refused entry if ineligible for an entry permit under section 114.

Visitors must obtain a Multiple Immigration Form. There is no charge for a tourist FMM for stays of less than 7 days when entering by land. For visitors staying more than 7 days and entering by land, it will cost 687 Mexican pesos or around US$40. The FMM is required for all visitors entering via air, regardless of length of stay, and the cost is included in the traveler's airfare and remitted by the airline. Passport card or enhanced drivers license is valid for land and sea travel. Exit stamp required if one entered using paper FMM (All land POEs) A person is in Mexico illegally if they did not get a FMM at the border (even if using the 7 day FMM fee exemption via land) or eFMM Mandatory car disinfection at Mexico's southern borders (Guatemala and Belize)

Under Part 8 of the Federated States of Micronesia Immigration Regulations, a U.S. citizen entering the FSM to visit or remain is not required to obtain an entry permit, but must complete Form 5004 upon arrival. U.S. citizens entering the FSM have the right to reside, work and do business in the FSM without additional immigration-related documents or procedures, and are not required to register their presence in the FSM.

90 days within any 180-day period. If entering Moldova through Transnistria, visitors should register their arrival with Moldovan authorities within three days.

90 days within any 180-day period.

Registration required after 30 days.

Registration with the local police within 24 hours of arrival is mandatory.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area (European Netherlands). Residence permit (Verblijfstitel) for stays of longer than 90 days obtainable after arrival under certain conditions.

90 days within any 180-day period.

Tourist card must be purchased upon arrival. Part of the Central America-4 Free Mobility Agreement. In the CA4 area, a person gets 90 days total for the entire area. To reset their stay, they must leave the area.

Registration with the local police within 24 hours of arrival is mandatory.

U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals citizens may live and work freely in the Northern Mariana Islands. Passport / EDL is not required for entry of U.S. Citizens.

3 months within a 6-month period, regardless of previous time spent in other Schengen countries, but including time spent in other Nordic countries.

Visa exemption valid for 14 days, e-Visa for 30 days. Holders of a visa or entrance stamp of the Emirate of Dubai that is valid for at least 21 days are visa exempt. Holders of a visa for Qatar that is valid for travel to Oman and valid for at least one month are visa exempt when arriving directly from Qatar.

No visa is required for stays of one year or less. Passport must have six months' validity beyond arrival and at least one blank page available for stamp. Yellow fever vaccination is required if arriving from certain countries in South America or Africa; cholera vaccination is required if arriving from certain countries experiencing outbreaks. Amounts of US$10,000 or more must be declared on entry and exit.

Travel to Gaza Strip may be restricted.

Denial of entry or transit to any person who has a criminal conviction.

Naturalized US citizens who have ever held Philippine nationality (current or formerly) allowed to stay for up to one year as a balikbayan. This extends to their spouse and children of any age traveling with the dual-citizen/former Filipino, and present proof of association such as their marriage or birth certificate.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. Dual nationals must use their Polish passport. A bilateral agreement pre-dating the Schengen area allows a stay in Poland of 90 days, regardless of days spent in other Schengen countries.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals may live and work freely in Puerto Rico. Passport/EDL is not required for entry of U.S. Citizens.

Effective October 1, 2024, eligible US citizens will be granted 90 days visa free travel to the State Of Qatar Visa issued upon arrival for no cost. There is a QAR 76 entry fee, valid for 90 days. Persons with unpaid fines are prohibited from departing Qatar.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required.

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required.

90 days within any 180-day period.

US citizens can use Automated Border Control

Maximum stay allowed is 6 months uninterrupted with the possibility to extend.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. Medical insurance required. Sufficient funds of US$50 per person per day required. Registration within 3 working days required.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. Registration with the local police required within 72 hours of arrival.

Holders of passports without 2 blank pages may be denied entry.

From September 2021, travelers require the Korean Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA). The validity period is 3 years from the date of approval. The government of the Republic of Korea announced that from April 1, 2023, to December 31, 2026, a K-ETA is not required for 27 countries citizens visiting Korea for 90 days or less for business or tourism.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

An entrance fee of USD 50 or EUR 50 must be paid online prior to arrival. Multiple entry e-Visa is also available.

Anyone of any nationality may live and work freely in Svalbard per the Svalbard Treaty.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

Persons importing pork to Taiwan can be fined up to 1 million NT if caught.

e-Visa also available. e-Visa holders can enter through all border points. Visa waiver stay is 30 days. e-Visa gives a stay of 60.

Visa waiver program rules: One can enter for 30 days per visa exempt stay. One can enter an unlimited number of times via air. Maximum of two entries if entering by sea or land. Else, one need hard visa. Overstayers will be banned and fined upon departure depending on length of overstay. All passengers must complete the Thai Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), which is available starting 3 days before arrival.

Tourism and business purposes only. Maximum stay of 90 days within any 180-day period.

90 days within any 180-day period Entry via Russian occupied territories are considered illegal and will result in legal consequences Entry only possible via land or sea following closure of air borders on February 24, 2022 due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Ukraine due to Russia's aggression towards Ukraine.

Extension possible with a fee. Iris scan taken on arrival. U.S. passport holders can sign up for E-Gate access on arrival/departure at Dubai International Airport.

U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals may live and work freely in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Passport / EDL is not required for entry of U.S. Citizens.

5-day visa-free transit at the international airports if holding a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country. Registration within 3 days is mandatory. Starting January 1, 2026, all U.S. citizens will be able to enter Uzbekistan visa-free and stay for up to 30 days.

Extendable up to 120 days.

Open borders but de facto follows Italian visa policy. No foreign accommodations, residency restricted to Vatican citizens only. Even though no hotels exist in the Vatican, there is no limit to how many times a person may enter the country in a year.

Visitors are eligible for a universal (KAZA) visa allowing access to Zimbabwe. International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required only travellers arriving from certain places as defined by Government. Please check the WHO 2020 Yellow Fever vaccination requirements document for exact list.

eTA fee is AUD$20 90 days on each visit in 12-month period if granted. May enter using SmartGate.

90 days; Passports and visas are not required when travelling from the Australian mainland. However, photographic identification must be produced for clearance through Customs and Immigration. Normal Australian Customs and Immigration procedures apply when entry is made from outside Australia.

90 days; Passports and visas are not required when travelling from the Australian mainland. However, photographic identification must be produced for clearance through Customs and Immigration. Normal Australian Customs and Immigration procedures apply when entry is made from outside Australia.

ETA-IL fee is 25 NIS 90 days on each visit in 2-year period if granted. Dual nationals of Israel and the United States who don't have an Israeli passport, including infants, may be required to obtain an Israeli passport in order to leave Israel. Entry prohibited for any person "who knowingly issues a public call for boycotting Israel".

Applications can be submitted up to 90 days prior to travel and must be submitted at least 3 days in advance. eTA fee is 32.50 USD. Proof of reservation at the hotel where visitors plan to stay is required (if staying with friends, an invitation letter is also acceptable). Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries.

Visitors must register their ETA on the e-Visa platform at least 48 hours before travel and pay a processing fee of 48 USD.

eTA fee is NZD$17 requested via mobile app or NZD$23 requested via online plus an International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) of NZD$100 must be paid. IVL not required for American Samoan citizens. 3 months on each visit in 2-year period if granted. May enter using eGate. Holders of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Resident Return Visa may be granted a New Zealand Resident Visa on arrival permitting indefinite stay (pursuant to the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement). Strict enforcement of food import laws, fines of NZD$400 for not declaring food.

30 days; Visa is issued upon arrival for a visit of up to max stay of 120 days, for holders of a multiple entry Electronic Travel authority (ETA) issued by Australia, valid 30 days beyond the period of intended stay in Norfolk Island. From 1 July 2016 all movement between Norfolk Island and Australian mainland are considered as domestic movement, however all passenger are still required to carry passports or, for Australian citizens, some type of photographic identification and pass Customs and Immigration. Normal Australian Customs and Immigration procedures apply when entry is made from outside Australia. Passenger not carrying their passports are not eligible to purchase duty-free goods on Norfolk Island.

ETA fee is 17 USD.

An ETA is required to travel to the United Kingdom, including Northern Ireland. eTA fee is £16 6 months on each visit in 2-year period if granted. Up to 90 days if arriving from Ireland (Common Travel Area)

Visa on arrival is available at Dhaka, Chittagong, and Sylhet international airports, pre arrival visa required if arriving by sea or by land border crossing. No visa required for Bangladeshi Americans and their spouse and children with a copy of a former Bangladeshi passport, a Dual Nationality Certificate, NVR, a Bangladeshi NID, or a digital birth registration certificate. The VOA fee is 50 USD, excluding processing fees.

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required only for travellers arriving high risk countries and having transited for more than 12 hours

Extendable for 2 additional months. Visa waiver granted if there is no Israeli visa or seal and traveler has a telephone number, an address in Lebanon, and a non refundable return or circle trip ticket. Pagers and handheld radios prohibited from boarding flights in Lebanon to protect aviation safety. The US government advises its citizens not to visit Lebanon due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, unexploded landmines, and the risk of armed conflict.

Extendable up to 90 days. Permission from the Maldivian government required to travel to non resort islands.

3 months within 12 months. Visitors visa issued upon arrival for free.

For arrivals by air only

Visas issued upon arrival at no charge to the passenger. Valid for 31 days.

Extendable up to 3 months.

e-Visa : Visitors must arrive at Kabul International (KBL). Visitors born in Afghanistan do not require a visa. All visitors are required to register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs upon arrival. The U.S. government forced all Afghan diplomatic missions in the U.S. to close in March 2022. Applicants must now obtain a visa from a mission in another country, unless applying for a visitor eVisa online. Since 2024, the Taliban only accepts visas issued by approved diplomatic missions, though those who have already entered on a visa issued by another mission are allowed to stay. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Afghanistan due to civil unrest, crime, terrorism, risk of wrongful detention, kidnapping, and limited health facilities. U.S. citizens in Afghanistan are urged to depart immediately via commercial means if possible.

Visitors departing from New York can obtain a visa at the airport upon arrival in Baku, however no airline currently operates this route. Visa can be obtained on arrival in certain emergency situations. If staying in Azerbaijan for more than ten days, visitors must register at the State Migration Service within three days of arrival. Applicants of Armenian ancestry or with Armenian visas in their passport may be denied a visa. Travellers with a visa or evidence of travel to the now-defunct Republic of Artsakh (stamps) are permanently denied entry.

The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Belarus due to the Belarusian authorities’ arbitrary enforcement of local laws, the risk of detention, the continued facilitation of Russia’s war against Ukraine, the potential of civil unrest, and the Embassy’s limited ability to assist U.S. citizens residing in or traveling to Belarus. U.S. citizens in Belarus are advised to depart immediately.

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required. Three types of electronic visa are offered: the e-Visa valid for 30 days for a single entry (50 EUR), the e-Visa valid for 30 days for several (multiple) entries (75 EUR), and the e-Visa valid for 90 days to make several (multiple) entries (100 EUR).

The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of 200 USD per person, per night for almost all visitors to Bhutan. Additionally, if payment is made in US dollars from September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2027, the SDF is 100 USD. Tour guide required for all travelers except in city of Thimpu and Paro. Even in these cities, tourists are not permitted to enter any tourist attraction without a guide. They are only allowed to walk and shop around these cities without a guide.

Brazilian authorities have announced that United States citizens will require a visa beginning April 10, 2025. United States citizens will be able to obtain visas online.

Visa on arrival obtainable at Bujumbura International Airport, and all land borders.

Visa is also obtainable online.

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis and current immunization records required.

e-Visa holders must arrive via Port Bouet Airport. International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required.

Tourist travel is prohibited under U.S. law for U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and others subject to U.S. jurisdiction. Under the Cuban Assets Control Regulations, all persons subject to U.S. jurisdiction are not permitted to travel to Cuba unless licensed to engage in travel-related transactions. In addition to specific licenses granted by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), there are 12 "general licenses" that people can choose to travel on without being required to notify OFAC, and the broad and self-reported nature of these licenses means travel is in practice subject to few restrictions. Cuba requires travelers to purchase a tourist card prior to arrival, which can be obtained from the airline or a Cuban diplomatic mission. Tourist cards are valid for one entry and a 30-day stay, which can be extended once by 90 days at a hotel or immigration office in Cuba. Cuba requires travelers to have health insurance valid in Cuba, which can be purchased from the airline.

e-Visas valid at any port of entry.

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required. Registration required.

e-Visa issued for 30 days. Visa-free travel for tourists arriving at Sharm El Sheikh, St. Catherine, or Taba airports and remaining in the Sinai resorts up to 15 days.

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required if one is traveling from a country with risk of yellow fever.

Visa on arrival is obtainable only at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. e-Visa holders must arrive via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. e-Visa is available for 30 or 90 days.

Pre approved visa can be obtained on arrival. International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required. Visas for US citizens are either single entry or multiple entry and valid for 5 years. The fee for single entry 3 month validity is 60 USD and the fee for the multiple entry visa is 100 USD.

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required.

e-Visa holders must arrive via 32 designated airports or 5 designated seaports. An Indian e-Tourist Visa may only be obtained twice within 1 calendar year. Foreigners of Pakistani origin or who hold a Pakistani Passport are not eligible for an e-Visa. Foreigners who are not Pakistani nationals, but whose parents or grandparents (either paternal or maternal) were born in, or were permanent residents in Pakistan, are also not eligible for an e-Visa. American citizens are also eligible for a ten-year, multiple-entry tourist visa. American citizens of Pakistani heritage are not eligible for an eVisa nor are they eligible for a ten-year, multiple-entry tourist visa, and must apply for a regular visa.

Authorities in Iraq have decided to remove the visa-on-arrival requirement for nationals of the European Union and several other countries, requiring them to now apply for an e-visa to enter Iraq through the official platform. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Iraq for any reason due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, civil unrest, and the U.S. government’s limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Iraq.

Visa can be obtained upon arrival. Not available at King Hussein/Allenby Bridge Crossing via any border with Israel may cause issues when entering some countries. Visa fee can be waived with Jordan Pass and three night hotel stay.

Visa fee is 10 KWD.

18 of the 33 border crossings are only open to regular visa holders. e-Visa may be used to enter Laos through the Luang Prabang, Pakse and Vientiane international airports, 3 Thai-Lao Friendship Bridges, in Boten (road and railroad), and in Vientiane (at Khamsavath railway station). Visa on arrival is available at the Luang Prabang, Pakse and Vientiane international airports, 4 Thai-Lao Friendship Bridges and 7 border crossings.

The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Libya due to crime, terrorism, unexploded landmines, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed conflict. U.S. citizens who are in Libya are urged to depart as soon as possible via commercial means if possible. Independent travel is not permitted, and visitors must organize their visit through a tour guide. A tourist police escort is required at all times. An eVisa will not be granted without a sponsor or tour agency. A security letter issued by the Libyan Immigration Authorities may also be required. Holders of passports containing an Israeli stamp or visa will be refused entry in Libya.

For stays of 61 to 90 days, the visa fee is 59 USD.

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required only for travellers arriving from high risk countries

e-Visa holders must arrive via Yangon, Nay Pyi Taw or Mandalay airports or via land border crossings at Tachileik, Myawaddy, Kawthaung, Rih Khaw Dar or Tamu. e-Visa available for both tourism (allowed stay is 28 days) or business (allowed stay is 70 days) purposes. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Myanmar due to armed conflict, the potential for civil unrest, arbitrary enforcement of local laws, poor health infrastructure, land mines and unexploded ordnance, crime, and wrongful detentions.

Beginning April 1st, 2025, US citizens will have to obtain a visa for Namibia. US citizens will be issued with visas on arrival upon payment of a designated fee. Can be obtained online or on arrival for a fee of N$1,600 (approximately €82 / US$88).

Obtainable at Tribhuvan International Airport and certain land borders. Total aggregate stay of no more than 150 days in any given calendar year. U.S. citizens are eligible for five-year multiple entry visas.

Business eVisas-on-arrival available for "Frequently Traveled Business Persons of International Reputes" or "Executives of Multi-national Companies", as well as for government officials International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required if arriving from a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission.

Extendable for 30 days

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required only if arriving from high risk countries as defined by WHO.

Access to Mecca and Medina are restricted to Muslims only and non-Muslims are denied entry. Import of alcohol strictly prohibited.

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required.

All visitors must have an approved Electronic Visa (eTAS) before the start of their journey. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Somalia due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, health, kidnapping, piracy, and lack of availability of routine consular services.

Printed visa authorization must be presented at the time of travel. International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required. The US government advises its citizens not to visit South Sudan due to the security situation in the country. Crime, kidnappings, and armed conflict are present throughout the country.

The eVisa portal is currently suspended. Persons with passports bearing Israeli visas or entry/exit stamps are denied entry. Visa not required for foreign citizens with proof of Syrian origin, such as an identification card or passport. Dual-citizen males ages 17–42 need military service book. If not forgiven by the military, dual-citizens may apply for a visit visa once a year through the embassy. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Syria for any reason due to the risk of terrorism, unrest, kidnapping, hostage taking, crime, and armed conflict.

Must apply online at least 2 business days prior to travel. Airlines may deny passengers permission to board flights to Uganda without proof that they had successfully applied for an eVisa. Ugandan immigration authorities may require additional documentation, including proof of a return plane ticket and detailed tour itinerary in Uganda. International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required.

Introduction of Electronic Visa System for Tourist and Business Travelers.

e-Visa is valid up to the exit date stated on application with a maximum length of 90 days, single and multiple entry options. Phú Quốc visa exemption for up to 30 days.

Visitors are eligible for a universal (KAZA) visa allowing access to Zambia. Tourism purposes only.

Application for a tourist visa to Algeria must be accompanied by a certificate of accommodation. Persons may be denied entry if entering with a passport containing visas or stamps issued by Israel. Persons may be denied entry if entering with a passport containing visas or stamps issued by Israel. Visitors on tours organized to some southern regions by an approved travel agency may obtain a visa on arrival for up to 30 days.

Special permits required for Bouvet Island, British Antarctic Territory, French Southern and Antarctic Lands, Argentine Antarctica, Australian Antarctic Territory, Chilean Antarctic Territory, Heard Island and McDonald Islands, Peter I Island, Queen Maud Land, Ross Dependency.

Special permit required.

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Central African Republic (CAR) due to armed conflict, crime, civil unrest, and kidnapping, as well as Embassy Bangui’s limited capacity to provide support to U.S. citizens.

This entry is about formal laws. A China visa travel guide from Wikivoyage is available for more practical guidance. 30-day visa‑free entry to Hainan Province if arriving at the island from outside Mainland China. 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit to a third country or region (including Hong Kong, Macau or Taiwan) using any mode of transport. Must have a confirmed onward ticket/itinerary, and enter through 1 of 64 approved ports. During which, may freely travel within the 24 provinces permitted for visa-free transit and engage in tourism, business, and visits. 24-hour visa-free transit to a third country or region (including Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan), is available at most international airports, without leaving the airport. Travellers who need to leave the airport may obtain a temporary entry permit from immigration. 5-day port visa (Visa on Arrival) for Shenzhen if arriving at designated ports of entry from Hong Kong by land or sea, for stays within Shenzhen. 3-day port visa (Vi

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required. In April 2019 Congolese authorities announced a plan to introduce an electronic visa in August 2019. Visa applications can already be submitted online at the Republic of the Congo embassy in France website.

Permit required to leave capital.

Iranian visas must be obtained from the Iranian Interests section of the Embassy of Pakistan, Washington, D.C. or an Iranian embassy in a third country. Independent travelers must be accompanied by an authorized guide at all times. Admission refused if passport contains stamps or visas issued by Israel. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Iran due to the risk of terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, arbitrary arrest of U.S. citizens, and wrongful detention.

All persons entering Liberia are required to have a valid Certificate of Immunization (Yellow Book). 3-year Multiple Entry Visa is the only option.

Visas are issued with validity of 30 days. Visa can be obtained in the Nauruan Press Office at the United Nations.

72-hour visa-free transit for international cruise ship/ferry passengers only if travelling with an organized tour and accompanied at all times by a tour operator. Registration required after 7 business days. Russia signed the "Shared Values Visa" law on August 19, 2024, aimed at simplifying the residence permits for citizens of countries that do not conform to Russia's traditional spirit and values. This means that one can obtain a three-month temporary residency without passing the exam. The focus of this law is to simplify the residence permit for foreign citizens with traditional Russian spirit and values. As long as they comply with Russian values, foreign citizens do not need to prove their knowledge of Russian language, Russian history, or Russian law (without examination), and can obtain a temporary residence permit for three months. By simplifying the process, more people can be attracted to settle in Russia, and these foreign citizens must come from countries that oppose Russ

Pre-arrival permit from the Commissioner required (72 hours/1 month for 110/160 pounds sterling).

If arriving from a country of high yellow fever risk and stayed for more than 12 hours, then Yellow Fever vaccine required. Exit visa required. Registration within 3 days mandatory. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Sudan due to armed conflict, civil unrest, crime, terrorism, and kidnapping. Khartoum International Airport is currently closed, making it very difficult for Americans to leave the country.

10-day visa on arrival if holding a letter of invitation provided by a company registered in Turkmenistan with a prior approval from the Foreign Ministry. Visitors can apply to extend their stay for an additional 10 days. When transiting between two non-bordering countries, visitors can obtain a Turkmenistan transit visa for a five-day stay. This must be applied for in advance at the Turkmenistan Embassy. Visitors must also submit copies of the visas for the country of entry into Turkmenistan and the country of departure from Turkmenistan. Visa fee is 20 USD.

Exit visa required for stays over 30 days. Passengers can transit without visa with a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country within 24 hours. They must stay in the international transit area of the airport and have documents required for the next destination. Passengers can transit without visa with a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country within 24 hours. They must stay in the international transit area of the airport and have documents required for the next destination. Separately, Yemen introduced an e-Visa system for visitors who meet certain eligibility requirements (group travel of 10 or more people, business trips, and transit etc.). The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Yemen due to terrorism, civil unrest, crime, health risks, kidnapping, armed conflict, and landmines.

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Burkina Faso for any reason due to terrorism, crime, and kidnapping. Following Niger's example, Burkina Faso has suspended visa services for U.S. citizens and barred Americans from entering.

On June 5, 2025, Chad suspended visa issuances to U.S. citizens in response to Donald Trump's travel ban; visas issued on or prior to June 5, 2025 will still be honored until their expiration. Dual-citizens of Chad can still travel to Chad but can only travel with a valid Chad passport. Passengers with an entry authorisation issued by the authorities of Chad can obtain a visa on arrival. International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required only if arriving from a high risk country as defined by the WHO. Registration within 72 hours is mandatory prior to arrival.

US Embassy in Libreville announced that effective January 1, 2026, Gabon has issued a reciprocal visa ban for U.S. Citizens. e-Visas are available for one to six months. e-Visa holders must arrive via Libreville International Airport. International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required. Embassy visas are valid for 5 years and multiple entries for US citizens

International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required. Visas for U.S. citizens are valid for 5 years and are 185 USD. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit Mali due to crime, terrorism, and kidnapping. Following Niger's example, Mali has suspended visa services for U.S. citizens and barred Americans from entering.

Holders of a pre-approved confirmation from the National Police may obtain a visa on arrival (flyer visa) upon arrival at Niamey. The passport will be compounded for 1 working day and the traveler is required to appear at the Director General of Immigration the next working day to register and collect their passport. International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis required. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to travel to Niger due to crime, unrest, terrorism, health, and kidnapping. Niger has suspended issuance of visas to U.S. citizens and openly barred Americans from entering.

U.S. passports holders must obtain a special passport validation from the U.S. federal government before travel. Such validations are only ever issued if travel is in the interests of US national security. United States citizens require a visa when traveling to North Korea; as there is no North Korean diplomatic mission in the United States, US citizens must obtain a visa from a diplomatic mission in a third country. U.S. secretary of state Rex Tillerson authorized a ban on American travel to North Korea that went into effect in August 2017, following the death of Otto Warmbier, a US student who was detained in North Korea and sentenced to 15 years of hard labor for allegedly stealing a propaganda poster. The U.S. government advises its citizens not to visit North Korea for any reason due to the continuing serious risk of arrest, long-term detention, and the threat of wrongful detention of U.S. nationals.