25/02/2025
US Excludes UK, Nigeria, Others From Visa-Free Entry For 2025
The 2025 Visa Waiver Programme includes 40 countries whose citizens can now travel to the United States without a visa.
The United States has released its 2025 Visa Waiver Programme list, and notably, the United Kingdom, Nigeria, and other African countries like Ghana and South Africa are excluded. However, the UK remains eligible under specific conditions
The updated programme includes 40 countries whose citizens can travel to the US without a visa for up to 90 days. *New Additions* include Romania, which marks a significant update to the programme
To qualify for visa-free entry, travellers must obtain prior approval through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) and meet specific requirements
The US has tightened security checks, prioritizing countries with strong diplomatic ties and border security standards. This update aims to simplify visa-free entry for millions worldwide, making business, tourism, and transit travel more accessible.
See the full list below:
1. Andorra,
2. Australia,
3. Austria,
4. Belgium,
5. Chile,
6. Czech Republic,
7. Croatia,
8. Denmark,
9. Estonia,
10. Finland,
11. France,
12. Germany,
13. Greece,
14. Hungary,
15. Iceland,
16. Ireland,
17. Italy,
18. Israel
19. Norway,
20. Poland,
21. Portugal,
22. San Marino,
23. Singapore,
24. Slovakia,
25. Japan,
26. Slovenia,
27. Latvia,
28. South Korea,
29. Liechtenstein,
30. Spain,
31. Lithuania,
32. Sweden,
33. Luxembourg,
34. Switzerland,
35. Malta,
36. Netherlands,
37. New Zealand,
38. Qatar,
39. Romania
40. Monaco