Visa-free countries with a passport of United States of America

The United States passport ranks 8th in the world for travel freedom, tied with the ID cards of Iceland and Cyprus. Holders of the document have privileged access to 115 countries. This level of mobility makes the American passport one of the most powerful documents in the world.

Map of visa-free countries for USA citizens in 2025

An American passport opens the door to 115 countries around the world without the need for a visa. The interactive Global Relocate map shows the length of stay and entry features. In this material you will find up-to-date information on destinations with comments from a visa expert.

Where can USA citizens apply for an eTA

An eTA is not a visa, but rather a travel authorization that is linked to the traveler’s passport. The eTA process typically takes only a few minutes, and once approved, the document is linked to your passport. Twenty-two countries allow American women to enter with an eTA for up to 90 days.

List of countries with eTA

1. Australia

2. Azerbaijan

3. Benin

4. Bhutan

5. Cameroon

6. Congo - Kinshasa

7. Côte d’Ivoire

8. Djibouti

9. Equatorial Guinea

10. Guinea

11. India

12. Kenya

13. Myanmar (Burma)

14. New Zealand

15. Nigeria

16. Pakistan

17. Papua New Guinea

18. South Sudan

19. Sri Lanka

20. Uganda

21. Uzbekistan

22. Vietnam

What you need to know before leaving

Since May 2025, registration in the ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) is required to enter the Schengen countries. This is not a visa, but a preliminary authorisation valid for 3 years. Similar systems exist for the UK (ETA) and Australia (eVisitor).

US citizens cannot enter 23 countries without a visa, including Russia, the DPRK, Iran and Syria. A 16-day electronic visa is required to visit the Russian Federation. A visa of category L (tourism) or M (business) is required to enter China, even for transit through the country.

Since 2024, Venezuela and Nicaragua have introduced mandatory accompaniment by a guide for American tourists throughout the country. The Central African Republic requires a permit from the Ministry of Defense and a military escort.

For entry into 93% of countries, your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Exceptions:

• Mexico and Canada: valid until the date of travel is sufficient.
•  United Kingdom: 3 months beyond the intended departure date.

As of May 7, 2025, a REAL ID is required to board domestic flights to the United States. It requires proof of citizenship, address, and social security number. The EU and the United Kingdom have implemented pre-authorization systems (ETIAS and ETA), requiring Americans to provide biometric data and travel itinerary information.

Visa Free Countries Map Guide

The map shows visa requirements for passport holders and travelers. The color coding will help you quickly navigate the entry rules of different countries:

How to use the map:

1. Select the country you are interested in.
2. Pay attention to the color indicating the visa requirements.
3.  Follow the instructions provided to obtain a visa or entry permit.

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