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United States visa requirements (2026)

Of 198 passports, 46 can travel to the United States without arranging a visa in advance. 0 can apply online for an e-Visa and 152 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.

Who can visit the United States: passports by requirement

Do I need a visa for the United States?

Entry requirement Choose a passport and a destination.

Popular passports

PassportRequirementStay
United Kingdom eTA required –
India Visa required –
Philippines Visa required –
Nigeria Visa required –
Pakistan Visa required –
Canada Visa-free 180 d
Australia eTA required –
China Visa required –
Germany eTA required –
France eTA required –

Access by passport region

Passports that enter visa-free, with a visa on arrival or an eTA.

RegionPassports
Europe 32/46
Asia 7/50
Africa 0/54
North America 1/22
South America 1/12
Oceania 5/14

Passports that can enter the United States visa-free

4 passports

Passports that need an eTA for the United States

42 passports

Passports that need a visa for the United States

152 passports

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit the United States?

It depends on your passport. 4 passports can enter the United States visa-free, 0 get a visa on arrival, 42 need an eTA, 0 can apply for an e-Visa online and 152 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.

Which countries can enter the United States without a visa?

4 passports can enter the United States visa-free, including Canada, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Palau.

Holding a United States passport? See where the United States passport can travel visa-free.

Data last updated February 2026. Rules can change at short notice and may differ by purpose of travel. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of the United States before you book.