Country-specific visas (China, India, Russia, etc.)

U.S. passport holders enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to approximately 179 countries and territories.

36 steps across 4 sections

1. Visa-Free Countries (No Visa Required)

  • Europe/Schengen Area All EU/Schengen countries (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, etc.) — up to 90 days in any 180-day period
  • United Kingdom Up to 6 months
  • Canada Up to 6 months
  • Mexico Up to 180 days
  • Japan Up to 90 days
  • South Korea Up to 90 days
  • Most of South America Argentina, Brazil (as of 2024), Chile, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, etc.
  • Most Caribbean nations Bahamas, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, etc.
  • Israel Up to 90 days
  • Singapore Up to 90 days

2. eVisa Countries (Online Application)

  • India eVisa available (eTourist, eBusiness, eMedical) — apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in
  • Cost: ~$25-80 depending on type and duration
  • Processing: 3-5 business days
  • Valid for tourism, business, and medical visits
  • Australia ETA (Electronic Travel Authority) — apply via app
  • Valid for 12 months, stays up to 90 days
  • Turkey eVisa at evisa.gov.tr
  • Valid for 180 days, stays up to 90 days
  • Cambodia eVisa available
  • Single entry, 30-day stay

3. Visa on Arrival

  • Indonesia Visa on arrival ($35 for 30 days, extendable)
  • Egypt Visa on arrival ($25 for 30 days)
  • Jordan Visa on arrival (40 JOD for 30 days)
  • Nepal Visa on arrival ($30-$125 depending on duration)
  • Laos Visa on arrival ($30-$42)
  • Madagascar Visa on arrival

4. Embassy/Consulate Visa Required

  • Type Tourist visa (L visa) required
  • Application Submit at Chinese embassy/consulate or through CVASC (Chinese Visa Application Service Center)
  • Cost $140 (single entry), $140 (double entry), $140 (multiple entry 6-month/1-year)
  • Documents Passport, application form, photo, itinerary, hotel bookings, round-trip flight reservation
  • Processing 4 business days (standard), 2-3 days (express, additional fee)
  • Note Periodic visa exemptions may apply — check current status before applying
  • When to use For stays longer than eVisa allows or for certain visa categories
  • Application Apply at BLS International or Indian embassy/consulate
  • Cost $75+ depending on visa type
  • Processing 5-7 business days

Common Mistakes

  • Not checking visa requirements
  • Insufficient passport validity
  • Wrong photo specifications
  • Not having printed copies
  • Overstaying

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