Entry Requirements For Americans: The Easy Country By Country Guide

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Traveling to a new country can be an exciting experience, but deciphering the entry requirements can often feel like solving a complex puzzle. Different countries have different rules and regulations, and government websites can be confusing to navigate. That’s where this guide comes in!

We’ve compiled a list of entry requirements for some of the most popular travel destinations for Americans. We’ve done the hard work of deciphering complex government websites and airline regulations so you don’t have to. No more endless scrolling through confusing websites!

This guide is designed to be easy to read and understand, with information presented in bullet points. We’ve also included links to our more detailed blog posts for each country, where you can find more specific information.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of every country in the world. We’ve focused on the most popular destinations for American travelers. If you’re planning a trip to a country that’s not on this list, let us know and we’ll add it. Bookmark this page as it’s updated regularly for all your international travels.

Important: Remember to always check the US State Department latest travel advisories and entry requirements before your trip, as regulations can change without notice.

Easy Entry Requirements by Country For US Travelers

Aruba

• A valid passport for the duration of your stay.
• Complete the Aruba Online ED Card (Embarkation/Disembarkation card) within 72 hours before arrival. ($20 sustainability fee)
• Americans can stay for up to 90 days per visit.
• Proof of return ticket or sufficient funs to support your trip may be required.

See our full easy to understand Aruba entry requirements guide for American travelers

Argentina

• Valid passport (6+ months validity).
• No visa required.
• 90-day stay (renewable).
• Proof of return/onward ticket may be required.

See our full easy to understand Argentina entry requirements guide for American travelers

Australia

Austria

• A valid passport, valid for at least three months beyond your intended stay.
• Americans can visit Austria and the entire Schengen Area for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
• Proof of onward travel and sufficient funds to support your trip may be required for Austria.

  Note: ETIAS travel authorization will be required starting in late 2026. This is a future requirement; it is not needed for travel before that date.

  See our full easy to understand Austria entry requirements guide for American travelers

Bahamas

• A valid passport
• An electronic Baggage Declaration completed before arrival available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
• Stays up to 90 days permitted
• Return/Onward ticket is required

See our full easy to understand Bahamas entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Barbados

Belgium

• A valid passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended length of stay.
• Americans can visit Belgium and the entire Schengen Area for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
• Proof of onward travel and sufficient funds to support your trip may be required for Belgium.

  Note: ETIAS travel authorization will be required starting in late 2026. This is a future requirement; it is not needed for travel before that date.

  See our full easy to understand Belgium entry requirements guide for US Citizens.

Belize

• A valid passport
• A completed Embarkation/Disembarkation e-form submitted online before arrival in the country
• Proof of onward travel, such as a return ticket
• US citizens should be aware that they may be asked to show proof of sufficient funds to cover the cost of their stay in Belize

See our full easy to understand Belize entry requirements guide for Americans.

Brazil

See our full easy to understand Brazil entry requirements guide for American travelers

Cambodia

Canada

• A valid passport
• US tourists can visit Canada for up to 6 months without a visa.  
• A border officer may grant a shorter or longer stay.  
• There are no official limits on how often you can visit.  

See our full easy to understand Canada entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Chile

• A valid passport valid for the duration of your stay.
• No visa required for tourism stays up to 90 days.
• You may be asked for proof of onward travel.

See our full easy to understand Chile entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Colombia

• A valid passport
• Upon arrival, U.S. citizens are granted tourist visas for 90 days.  
• It is possible to extend this initial period for another 90 days, but not further.  
• Fill out the Check-mig electronic form 72 hours prior to your trip.

See our full easy to understand Colombia entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Costa Rica

• A valid passport good for at least one day after your stay in Costa Rica
• A return or onward ticket
• A damaged passport may be grounds for not allowing entry into the country.  
• US citizens can typically stay for up to 180 days without a visa

See our full easy to understand Costa Rica entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Croatia

• A valid U.S. passport, valid for at least three months beyond your intended stay.
• No visa required for tourism stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period (Schengen Area rule).
• Potential requests for proof of onward travel and sufficient funds.

  Note: ETIAS travel authorization will be required starting in late 2026. This is a future requirement; it is not needed for travel before that date.

  See our full easy to understand Croatia entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Cuba

• A valid passport
• A Cuban Tourist Card (visa) is required.
• Travel to Cuba for tourism purposes is prohibited by US law. Americans must meet the requirements of one of the 12 authorized categories of travel.
• Travelers must have a valid reason to visit Cuba.

Dominican Republic

• A valid passport valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay.  
• A return or onward ticket  
• The tourist card fee is usually included in your airfare.  
• While rarely requested, it is advisable to have some evidence that you have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay.  
• Having a confirmed hotel reservation or vacation rental booking provides important information about your accommodation plans to the immigration officials.  
• US citizens can stay for up to 30 days without a visa

See our full easy to understand Dominican Republic entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Ecuador

• A valid passport valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay.
• No visa required for tourism stays up to 90 days within a 12-month period.
• You may be asked for proof of sufficient funds and a return ticket.

See our full easy to understand Ecuador entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Egypt

• A valid passport with at least six months of validity remaining.
• A tourist visa is required. US citizens can obtain a single-entry 30-day visa on arrival at Egyptian airports for a fee (currently $25 USD). You can also apply for an e-visa online in advance. Multiple-entry visas are also available.
• If only visiting the resorts in the Sinai Peninsula (Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba, Taba) for up to 15 days, a visa may not be required, and you may receive a free entry permission stamp. However, to travel outside these areas, a visa is necessary.

See our full easy to understand Egypt entry requirements guide for American travelers.

France

• A valid U.S. passport is required, and it should be valid for at least three months beyond your intended stay.
• France is part of the Schengen Area. U.S. citizens can stay in the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within a 180-day period without a visa.  
• You may be asked to provide proof of onward or return travel.
• You may be asked to demonstrate that you have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay.

Note: ETIAS travel authorization will be required starting in late 2026. This is a future requirement; it is not needed for travel before that date.

See our full easy to understand guide France entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Germany

See our full easy to understand Germany entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Greece

See our full easy to understand Greece entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Hong Kong

See our full easy to understand Hong Kong entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Iceland

• A valid passport valid for at least three months beyond your intended stay.
• No visa is required for US citizens for stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period (Schengen Area rules apply).
• Proof of sufficient funds and a return ticket

  Note: ETIAS travel authorization will be required starting in late 2026. This is a future requirement; it is not needed for travel before that date.

  See our full easy to understand Iceland entry requirements guide for American travelers.

India

• A valid passport valid for at least six months beyond your planned stay.  
• Visa  
• The maximum amount of time you can stay in India per year is 180 days.  

See our full easy to understand India entry requirements guide for American travelers

Indonesia

• A valid passport valid for at least six months from your date of entry.  
• Visa on Arrival (VoA) grants a 30-day stay in the country with the option of a single 30-day extension.  
• For Bali, get the e-visa before arrival for expedited immigration using e-gates.
• A damaged passport may be grounds for not allowing entry into the country
• Proof of return/onward ticket required

See our full easy to understand Indonesia entry requirements guide for American travelers

Ireland

• A valid passport
• Evidence of sufficient funds and a return airline ticket may be required.

See our full easy to understand Ireland entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Israel

• A valid passport valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay.
• No visa is required for tourist stays up to 90 days.
• Be prepared for thorough security

Italy

• A valid U.S. passport is required, and it should be valid for at least three months beyond your intended stay.
• Italy is part of the Schengen Area. U.S. citizens can stay in the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within a 180-day period without a visa.
• You may be asked to provide proof of onward or return travel.
• You may be asked to demonstrate that you have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay.

Note: ETIAS travel authorization will be required starting in late 2026. This is a future requirement; it is not needed for travel before that date.

See our full easy to understand Italy entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Jamaica

• A valid passport
• Completed Jamaica’s online Digital Entry Form  
• Upon arrival, a visitor’s permit will be granted to the individual.  
• The permit allows the individual to stay in Jamaica for 90 days.  
• Proof of anticipated departure from Jamaica may be required

See our full easy to understand Jamaica entry requirements guide for American travelers

Japan

• A valid passport
• All foreign nationals are required to provide fingerprint scans and to be photographed at the port of entry

See our full easy to understand Japan entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Kenya

• A valid passport with at least six months of validity remaining and at least one blank page.
• An e-visa is required and must be obtained online before arrival.
• You may be asked to provide proof of onward travel and sufficient funds.

Korea

Malaysia

• A valid passport with at least six months of validity remaining.
• No visa required for US citizens for tourist stays up to 90 days.
• Proof of onward travel and sufficient funds may be required.

See our full easy to understand Malaysia entry requirements guide for American travelers:

Mexico

• A valid passport
• When arriving in the country, it is common practice to be granted a stay of 180 days but it’s not guaranteed and up to the discretion of the border agent.  
• The FMM (Forma Migratoria Múltiple) is no longer required for most cities, especially if arriving by air.  

See our full easy to understand Mexico entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Morocco

• A valid passport with at least six months of validity remaining beyond your intended stay.
• No visa is required for tourist stays up to 90 days.

See our full easy to understand Morocco entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Netherlands

See our full easy to understand Netherlands entry requirements guide for American travelers.

New Zealand

• A valid passport with at least three months of validity beyond your intended date of departure.
• A New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) is required for US citizens traveling for tourism or transit under the visa waiver program. Apply well in advance (up to 72 hours processing time). The NZeTA is valid for multiple visits for up to two years.
• You may need to show proof of onward travel and sufficient funds to support your stay.
• All travelers must complete the New Zealand Traveler Declaration.

See our full easy to understand New Zealand entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Panama

Peru

Philippines

• A valid passport that is valid for at least six months.  
• A return ticket or ticket for an onward journey  
• Complete the eTravel Declaration System  
• US citizens can stay for up to 30 days without a visa

See our full easy to understand Philippines entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Portugal

• A valid passport.
• Americans can visit Portugal and the entire Schengen Area for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
• You may be asked to provide proof of onward or return travel.
• You may be asked to demonstrate that you have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay.

  Note: ETIAS travel authorization will be required starting in late 2026. This is a future requirement; it is not needed for travel before that date.

  See our full easy to understand Portugal entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Saint Lucia

Singapore

• A valid passport with at least six months of validity remaining.
• No visa is required for tourist stays up to 90 days.
• You may need to show proof of onward travel and sufficient funds.
• Complete the SG Arrival Card electronically within three days prior to your arrival.

See our full easy to understand Singapore entry requirements guide for American travelers

South Africa

• A valid passport with at least six months of validity remaining from your intended date of entry and at least two unused visa pages.
• No visa is required for tourism or business stays up to 90 days.
• You may be asked to show proof of sufficient funds and a return or onward ticket.

Spain

See our full easy to understand Spain entry requirements guide for American travelers

Switzerland

• A valid passport valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure.
• No visa required for tourist stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period (Schengen Area rule).
• Proof of return or onward travel.
• Proof of sufficient funds for your stay.

  Note: ETIAS travel authorization will be required starting in late 2026. This is a future requirement; it is not needed for travel before that date.

  See our full easy to understand Switzerland entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Thailand

• A valid passport valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay.  
• Proof of onward travel  
• Most US travelers do not need a visa to enter Thailand.  
• Visa exemptions for tourism purposes allow US citizens to stay up to 60 days.  

See our full easy to understand Thailand entry requirements guide for American travelers.

Turkey (Türkiye)

• A valid U.S. passport is required, with at least six months of validity remaining beyond your intended date of entry.
• Americans don’t need a visa to visit Turkey for tourism for up to 90 days within a 6-month (180-day) timeframe.
• While not always checked, it is advisable to have proof of onward or return travel and evidence of sufficient funds.

See our full easy to understand Türkiye entry requirements guide for American travelers.

UK

• A valid passport
• Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). Download the app on Google Play or the Apple App Store, or online.
• You may be asked to provide proof of onward or return travel.
• You may be asked to demonstrate that you have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay.

See our full easy to understand UK entry requirements guide for American travelers.

We hope this guide has been helpful in understanding the entry requirements for Americans traveling to popular destinations around the world. Remember to always check the US State Department latest travel advisories and entry requirements with official sources before your trip, as regulations can change. Bon voyage!

Do you have a suggestion for a country to add to this list or are you a sleuth and found a new update? Let us know in the comments below!

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