As of 2024, U.S. Passport holders can visit many countries without needing a visa for short stays. Here’s a general overview of regions and countries where Americans can travel visa-free:
North America & The Caribbean
- Canada (up to 6 months)
- Mexico (up to 180 days)
- Bahamas (up to 8 months)
- Barbados (up to 6 months)
- Dominican Republic (up to 30 days)
- Jamaica (up to 90 days)
- Saint Kitts and Nevis (up to 90 days)
- Saint Lucia (up to 6 weeks)
- Trinidad and Tobago (up to 90 days)
Central & South America
- Argentina (up to 90 days)
- Belize (up to 30 days)
- Brazil (up to 90 days)
- Chile (up to 90 days)
- Colombia (up to 90 days)
- Costa Rica (up to 90 days)
- Ecuador (up to 90 days)
- Panama (up to 180 days)
- Peru (up to 183 days)
- Uruguay (up to 90 days)
Europe
Most European countries allow U.S. citizens to stay for up to 90 days within a 180-day period without a visa, under the Schengen Area agreement. These include:
Other European countries outside the Schengen Zone with visa-free access:
- Albania
- United Kingdom (up to 6 months)
- Ireland (up to 90 days)
- Croatia (up to 90 days)
- North Macedonia
Africa
- Botswana (up to 90 days)
- South Africa (up to 90 days)
- Morocco (up to 90 days)
- Tunisia (up to 90 days)
Asia
- Georgia (up to 365 days)
- Israel (up to 90 days)
- Japan (up to 90 days)
- Philippines (up to 30 days)
- South Korea (up to 90 days)
- Thailand (up to 30 days)
Oceania
- Australia (Electronic Travel Authority required)
- Fiji (up to 4 months)
- New Zealand (up to 90 days, Electronic Travel Authority required)
- Vanuatu (up to 30 days)
Middle East
Keep in mind that visa requirements can change, and it’s always a good idea to check the latest information from the embassy or consulate of the country you plan to visit before traveling!