🇺🇸United States Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
North America· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for United States?
It depends on your passport. Out of 158 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 5 enter United States visa-free, 42 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival and 111 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
5
nationalities
E-visa
42
nationalities
Consular visa
111
nationalities
Check the rule for your nationality
Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom
- 🇳🇬Nigeria
- 🇬🇭Ghana
- 🇮🇳India
- 🇵🇰Pakistan
- 🇰🇪Kenya
- 🇺🇬Uganda
- 🇿🇦South Africa
- 🇵🇭Philippines
- 🇨🇦Canada
- 🇦🇺Australia
- All nationalities
Transit visa for United States
A transit visa exists for travellers changing planes or passing through without entering the country.
- Stay:
- 29 days
- Fee:
- 185 USD
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (travel.state.gov), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
United States visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime United States applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- EcuadorVisa required
- TunisiaVisa required
- SpainE-visaStay: 90 days
- AlgeriaVisa required
- RussiaVisa required
- ColombiaVisa required
- CameroonVisa required
- LebanonVisa required
- GhanaVisa required
- BelizeVisa required
- Dominican RepublicVisa required
- QatarE-visaStay: 90 days
- Bosnia and HerzegovinaVisa required
- SwedenE-visaStay: 90 days
- UruguayVisa required
- EgyptVisa required
- JamaicaVisa required
- ComorosVisa required
- NorwayE-visaStay: 90 days
- Saudi ArabiaVisa required
United States visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category United States publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 185 USD | Portal | |||
| US ESTA | Short stay | 2 years (90 days per stay) | 40.62 USD | Within 72 hours, often immediate | Portal | |
| Business visitor visa (B-1) | Business | 6 months / multiple entries up to 10 years | 185 USD | 2-4 weeks | Multiple | Portal |
| Temporary Agricultural Worker visa (H-2A) | Work | Up to 1 year (extendable to 3) | 205 USD | 1-3 months | Portal | |
| Specialty Occupation visa (H-1B) | Work | 3 years (extendable to 6) | 205 USD | 3-6 months (after USCIS petition) | Multiple | Portal |
| Seasonal Non-Agricultural Worker visa (H-2B) | Work | Up to 1 year (extendable to 3) | 205 USD | 1-3 months | Portal | |
| Intracompany Transferee visa (L-1) | Work | 3-7 years | 205 USD | 3-6 months | Multiple | Portal |
| USMCA Professional visa (TN) | Work | 3 years (renewable) | 185 USD | 2-4 weeks | Multiple | Portal |
| Extraordinary Ability visa (O-1) | Work | Up to 3 years | 205 USD | 2-4 months | Multiple | Portal |
| Vocational Student visa (M-1) | Study | Duration of program | 185 USD | 2-4 weeks | Portal | |
| Exchange Visitor visa (J-1) | Study | Program duration | 185 USD | 2-4 weeks | Multiple | Portal |
| Student visa (F-1) | Study | Duration of program | 185 USD | 2-4 weeks | Multiple | Portal |
| Fiancé(e) of US citizen visa (K-1) | Family | 90 days (then adjust status) | 265 USD | 6-12 months | Portal | |
| Treaty Trader / Treaty Investor visa (E-1 / E-2) | Investor | 2-5 years (renewable indefinitely) | 315 USD | 2-4 months | Multiple | Portal |
| Transit visa (C-1) | Transit | 29 days | 185 USD | 2-4 weeks | Portal | |
| Religious Worker visa (R-1) | Other | 2.5 years (extendable to 5) | 205 USD | 2-4 months | Multiple | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Washington D.C.
Population
341,814,420
Currency
United States Dollar (USD $)
Languages
English
Continent
North America
Calling code
+1
Timezone
America/New_York
Area
9,833,517 km²
Government
Federal presidential republic
National day
July 4 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.us
About
The United States of America is a federal republic consisting of 50 states and a federal district. It is the world's largest economy and a dominant military power. The country is known for its cultural diversity and technological innovations.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Medium)
- Avoid isolated neighborhoods at night
- Do not wear visible valuables
Terrorism(Medium)
- Follow the State Department alerts
- Be vigilant in public places
Transport
- Respect speed limits
- Use recognized ride-sharing services
Natural risks(Hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, wildfires depending on regions)
- Follow NOAA alerts
- Prepare an emergency kit
Health(Excellent healthcare system but expensive without insurance)
- Purchase comprehensive travel insurance
- Up-to-date vaccinations (hepatitis A/B, tetanus)
Practical tips
- Register with the State Department's STEP program
- Download the Smart Traveler app
- Have health insurance covering evacuations
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in major cities · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
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safe
15-20% at restaurants
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to United States?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for United States across 158 nationalities: 5 visa-free, 42 with an e-visa, 111 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a United States visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 185 USD (Short-stay (tourism)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for United States?▾
United States issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid 29 days. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to United States?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall safety level medium to high depending on urban areas; vigilance recommended in large cities.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in United States?▾
The official currency is United States Dollar (USD $). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of United States?▾
The capital of United States is Washington D.C.. The main spoken languages are: English.
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