On Monday, the United States announced the list of nations eligible for its 2025 Visa Waiver Program (VWP).
The United Kingdom was excluded from the 2025 list but remains eligible under certain conditions. Additionally, no African nations, including Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa, were included.
The addition of Romania represents a major upgrade, even though the majority of the VWP list was not altered.
Along with strengthening security inspections, the U.S has prioritised nations with high border security standards and diplomatic ties.
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Visa Waiver Program – only for 90 days
The majority of citizens or nationals of listed countries are permitted to enter the United States for up to 90 days for business or tourism without a visa under the Visa Waiver Program, according to the US Bureau of Consular Affairs website.
The agency stated, “Travellers must have a valid Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) approval prior to travel and meet all requirements explained below. If you prefer to have a visa in your passport, you may still apply for a visitor visa.”
The 2025 Visa Waiver Program brings new travel regulations, changes to the list of participating nations, and policy amendments on visa eligibility.
This upgrade makes it easier for millions of people throughout the world to enter the United States without a visa, increasing accessibility for transit, commerce, and travel.
Under the 2025 Visa Waiver Program, individuals of 40 nations can gain entrance to the US without a visa.
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Full list of countries under the USA’s Visa Waiver Program
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