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