No Visa Required: 40 Countries with Free Entry to the US (New List)

US Updates Visa Waiver Program for 2025, Adds Romania to List

The United States has unveiled the official list of countries eligible for its 2025 Visa Waiver Program (VWP), featuring several noteworthy changes. While the United Kingdom retains its eligibility under certain conditions, it has been removed from the general list of eligible countries.

Significantly, no countries from Africa, including Nigeria, Ghana, or South Africa, are represented in the latest update.

A major highlight of the 2025 update is the inclusion of Romania, which underscores the U.S. government’s intention to enhance diplomatic relations and prioritize nations that adhere to stringent border security measures.

What Is the U.S. Visa Waiver Program?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Consular Affairs, the Visa Waiver Program enables nationals from participating countries to visit the United States for tourism, business, or transit purposes for stays of up to 90 days without needing a visa. Travelers must first secure approval through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) before their journey and comply with all specified requirements. Those who prefer a visa can still apply for a visitor visa.

The 2025 updates aim to refine travel policies and eligibility criteria, simplifying visa-free entry for millions and enhancing accessibility for business and tourism.

Complete List of Countries Eligible for the 2025 Visa Waiver Program

The updated program encompasses a total of 40 eligible countries:

• Andorra
• Australia
• Austria
• Belgium
• Chile
• Czech Republic
• Croatia
• Denmark
• Estonia
• Finland
• France
• Germany
• Greece
• Hungary
• Iceland
• Ireland
• Italy
• Israel
• Japan
• Norway
• Poland
• Portugal
• San Marino
• Singapore
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Latvia
• South Korea
• Liechtenstein
• Spain
• Lithuania
• Sweden
• Luxembourg
• Switzerland
• Malta
• Netherlands
• New Zealand
• Qatar
• Romania
• Monaco

With these recent updates, travelers from the 40 listed countries continue to benefit from visa-free access to the U.S., provided they meet all necessary criteria, including obtaining ESTA authorization prior to travel.