Important: this listing is prepared from information obtained from the state department and foreign embassies prior to publication. This information is subject to change. Check entry requirements with the consular officials of the countries to be visited well in advance.
U.S. citizens who travel to a country where a valid passport is not required will need documentary evidence of their U.S. citizenship and identity. Proof of U.S. citizenship includes an expired passport, a certified (original) birth certificate, Certificate of Naturalization, Certificate of Citizenship, or Report of Birth Abroad of a Citizen of the United States. To prove identity, a valid driver's license or government identification card are acceptable, provided they identify you by physical description or photograph. However, for travel overseas and to facilitate reentry into the U.S., a valid U.S. passport is the best documentation available and it unquestionably proves your U.S. citizenship.
Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the date of your trip. If your passport expires before the required validity, you will have to apply for a new one. Please check with the embassy or nearest consulate of the country you plan to visit for their requirements.
Some Arab or African countries will not issue visas or allow entry if your passport indicates travel to Israel or South Africa. Consult the nearest U.S. passport agency for guidance if this applies to you.
A visa is an endorsement or stamp placed by officials of a foreign country on a U.S. passport that allows the bearer to visit that foreign country. VISAS SHOULD BE OBTAINED BEFORE PROCEEDING ABROAD. Allow sufficient time for processing your visa application, especially if you are applying by mail. Most foreign consular representatives are located in principal cities, and, in many instances, a traveler may be required to obtain visas from the consular office in the area of his/her residence. The addresses of foreign consular offices in the United States may be obtained by consulting the Congressional Directory in the library. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE TRAVELER TO OBTAIN VISAS, WHERE REQUIRED, FROM THE APPROPRIATE EMBASSY OR NEAREST CONSULATE OF THE COUNTRY YOU ARE PLANNING TO VISIT.
Under the International Health Regulations adopted by the World Health Organization, a country may require International Certificates of Vaccination against yellow fever. A cholera immunization may be required if you are traveling from an infected area. Check with health care providers or your records to ensure other immunizations (e.g., tetanus and polio) are up to date. Prophylactic medication for malaria and certain other preventive measures are advisable for travel to some countries. No immunizations are required to return to the United States. Detailed health information is included in Health Information for International Travel, available from the U.S. Government Printing Office for $6.50 or obtained from your local health department or physician or by calling the Centers for Disease Control at (404) 332-4559.
An increasing number of countries have established regulations regarding AIDS testing, particularly for long-term visitors. Although many are listed in the chart that follows, check with the embassy or consulate of the country you plan to visit to verify if this is a requirement for entry.
All international flights are subject to U.S. Immigration and U.S. Customs fees paid in advance as part of your ticket. In addition, many countries have departure fees that are sometimes collected at the time of ticket purchase.
| COUNTRY | ENTRY REQUIREMENTS |
|---|---|
| AFGHANISTAN | Passport and visa required. No tourist or business visas are being issued at this time. For further information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Afghanistan, 2341 Wyoming Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 234-3770/1. |
| ALBANIA | Passport required. a Visa is not necessary for a stay up to 30 days. For further information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Albania at 1150 18th Street N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 223-4942. |
| ALGERIA | Passport and visa required. Obtain visa before arrival. Visa valid up to 90 days, requires two application forms, two photos, proof of onward/return transportation, sufficient funds and $22 fee (money order or certified check). Company letter (plus one copy) required for business visa. Visa not granted to passports showing Israeli visas. Enclose prepaid self-addressed envelope for return of passport by registered, certified or express mail. For currency regulations and other information, contact the Consular Section of the Embassy of the Democratic and Popular Republic of Algeria, 2137 Wyoming Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 265-2800. |
| ANDORRA | (See France.) |
| ANGOLA | Passport and visa required. Tourist/business visas require an application form, letter stating purpose of travel, and two color photos. Applications by mail require prepaid return envelope. Yellow fever and cholera immunizations required. For additional information, contact the Embassy of Angola, 1899 L Street, N.W., 6th Floor, Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 785-1156), or the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Angola to the U.N., 125 East 73rd Street, New York, NY 10021, (212) 861-5656. |
| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA |
Proof of U.S. citizenship required, return/onward ticket and/or proof of funds needed for tourist stay up to six months. AIDS test required for immigrant, student and work visas. U.S. test accepted. Check with the Embassy of Antigua and Barbuda, Suite 4M, 3400 International Drive, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 362-5122/5166/5211, for further information. |
| ARGENTINA | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist stay up to three months. Business visa requires company letter detailing purpose of trip and length of stay. For more information, contact the Argentine Embassy, 1600 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 939-6400 or the nearest consulate: CA (213) 739-5959 and (415) 982-3050, FL (305) 373-1889, IL (312) 263-7435, LA (504) 523-2823, NY (212) 603-0415, PR (809) 754-6500 or TX (713) 871-8935. |
| ARMENIA | Passport and visa required. For additional information, contact the Consular Section of the Embassy of Armenia, 122 C Street, N.W., Suite 360, Washington, D.C. 20001, (202) 393-5983. |
| ARUBA | Passport or proof of U.S. citizenship required. Visa not required for stay up to 14 days, extendable to 90 days after arrival. Proof of onward/return ticket or sufficient funds for stay may be required. Departure tax $9.50. For further information, consult the Embassy of the Netherlands (202) 244-5300, or nearest Consulate General: CA (212) 380-3440, IL (314) 856-1429, NY (212) 246-1429 or TX (713) 622-8000. |
| AUSTRALIA | Passport, visa and onward/return transportation required. Transit visa not necessary for up to eight-hour stay at airport. Visitor visa valid one year for multiple entries up to three months, no charge, requires one application and one photo. Applications for a stay of longer than three months or with a validity longer than one year, require fee of $25 (U.S.). Need company letter for business visa. Departure tax, $20 (Australian), paid at airport. Minors not accompanied by parent require notarized copy of the child's birth certificate and notarized written parental consent from both parents. AIDS test required for permanent resident visa applicants age 15 and over; U.S. test accepted. Send prepaid envelope for return of passport by mail. Allow three weeks for processing. For further information, contact the Embassy of Australia, 1601 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036, (800) 242-2878 or (202) 797-3145 or the nearest Consulate General: CA (213) 469-4300 or (415) 362-6160, HI (808) 524-5050, NY (212) 245-4000 or TX (713) 629-9131. |
| AUSTRIA | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to three months. For longer stays, check with the Embassy of Austria, 3524 International Court, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 895-6767, or nearest Consulate General: Los Angeles (310) 444-9310, Chicago (312) 222-1515 or New York (212) 737-6400. |
| AZERBAIJAN | Passport and visa required. Visa (no charge) requires one application form, one photo and a letter of invitation. For additional information, contact the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Azerbaijan, 927 15th Street, N.W., Suite 700, Washington, D.C. 20005, (202) 842-0001. |
| AZORES | (See Portugal.) |
| BAHAMAS | Proof of U.S. citizenship, photo ID and onward/return ticket required for stay up to eight months. Passport and residence/work permit needed for residence and business. Permit required for firearms and to import pets. Departure tax of $15 must be paid at airport. For further information, call the Embassy of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, 2220 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 319-2660 or nearest Consulate: Miami (305) 373-6295 or New York (212) 421-6420. |
| BAHRAIN | Passport and visa required. No tourist visas issued at this time. Transit visa available upon arrival for stay up to 72 hours; must have return/onward ticket. Business, work, or resident visas valid for three months, single-entry, require one application form, one photo, letter from company or No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Immigration Department in Bahrain and $30 fee ($20 for bearer of NOC). Yellow fever vaccination needed if arriving from infected area. Send SASE for return of passport by mail. For departure tax and other information, contact the Embassy of the State of Bahrain, 3502 International Drive, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 342-0741, or the Permanent Mission to the U.N., 2 United Nations Plaza, East 44th Street, New York, NY 10017 (212) 223-6200. |
| BANGLADESH | Passport, visa and onward/return ticket required. Tourist/business visa requires two application forms, two photos. Business visa also requires company letter. For longer stays and more information, consult the Embassy of the People's Republic of Bangladesh, 2201 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007, (202) 342-8373. |
| BARBADOS | U.S. tourists traveling directly from the U.S. to Barbados may enter for up to three months stay with proof of U.S. citizenship (original or certified copy of birth certificate), photo ID and onward/return ticket. Passport required for longer visits and other types of travel. Business visas $25, single-entry and $30 multiple-entry (may require work permit). Departure tax of $25 is paid at airport. Check information with the Embassy of Barbados, 2144 Wyoming Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 939-9200, or Consulate General in New York (212) 867-8435. |
| BELARUS | Passport and visa required. Visa requires one application form and one photo. The visa processing fee is $30 for seven working days, $60 for next day, and $100 for same day processing. (No charge for official travelers.) Transit visa is required when travelling through Belarus ($20). For additional information, contact the Embassy of Belarus, 1619 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 986-1604. |
| BELGIUM | Passport required. Visa not required for business/tourist stay up to 90 days. Temporary residence permit required for longer stays. For residence authorization, consult the Embassy of Belgium, 3330 Garfield Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 333-6900, or nearest Consulate General: Los Angeles (213) 857-1244, Atlanta (404) 659-2150, Chicago (312) 263-6624 or New York (212) 586-5110. |
| BELIZE | Passport, return/onward ticket and sufficient funds required. Visa not required for stay up to 30 days. If visit exceeds one month, a stay permit must be obtained from the Immigration Authorities in Belize. AIDS test required for those staying more than three months; U.S. test accepted if within three months of visit. For longer stays and other information, contact the Embassy of Belize, 2535 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 332-9636, or the Belize Mission in New York at (212) 599-0233. |
| BENIN | Passport and visa required. Entry/transit visa for stay up to 90 days, requires $20 fee (no personal checks), two application forms, two photos, vaccination certificates for yellow fever and cholera, proof of return/onward transportation (guarantee from travel agency or photocopy of round-trip ticket) and letter of guarantee from employer. Send prepaid envelope for return of passport by certified or express mail. Apply at the Embassy of the Republic of Benin, 2737 Cathedral Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 232-6656. |
| BERMUDA | Proof of U.S. citizenship, photo ID and onward/return ticket required for tourist stay up to 21 days. Departure tax of $10 is paid at airport. For further information, consult the British Embassy (202) 986-0205. |
| BHUTAN | Passport and visa required. Visa requires $20 fee, one application and two photos. Tourist visas arranged by Tourism Department and issued at entry checkpoints in Bhutan. Apply two months in advance. Yellow fever vaccination required if traveling from an infected area. For further information, call the Consulate of the Kingdom of Bhutan in New York (212) 826-1919. |
| BOLIVIA | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist stay up to 30 days. Business visa requires $50 fee and company letter explaining purpose of trip. Send SASE for return of passport by mail. AIDS test required for resident visa. U.S. test sometimes accepted. For more information, contact the Embassy of Bolivia (Consular Section), 3014 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 232-4828 or 483-4410 or nearest Consulate General: San Francisco (415) 495-5173, Miami (305) 358-3450, New York (212) 687-0530 or Houston (713) 780-8001. (Check special requirements for pets.) |
| BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA |
Passport required. At the time of publication, Bosnia-Herzegovina entry permission is being granted at the border on a case by-case basis. |
| BOTSWANA | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to 90 days. For further information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Botswana, Suite 7M, 3400 International Drive, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 244-4990/1, or nearest Honorary Consulate: Los Angeles (213) 626-8484, San Francisco (415) 346-4435 or Houston (713) 622-1900. |
| BRAZIL | Passport and visa required. Visa must be obtained in advance. Multiple-entry visa valid up to 90 days (extendable); requires one application form, one photo, proof of onward/return transportation, and yellow fever vaccination if arriving from infected area. No charge if you apply in person; $10 service fee if you apply by mail. Provide SASE for return of passport by mail. For travel with children or business visa, contact the Brazilian Embassy (Consular Section), 3009 Whitehaven Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 745-2828, or nearest Consulate: CA (213) 651-2664, FL (305) 285-6200, IL (312) 464-0244, LA (504) 588-9187 or NY (212) 757-3080. |
| BRUNEI | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to 90 days. Yellow fever vaccination needed if arriving from infected area. For more information, contact the Embassy of the State of Brunei Darussalam, Suite 300, 2600 Virginia Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20037 (202) 342-0159 or Brunei Permanent Mission to the U.N., 866 United Nations Plaza, Room 248, New York, NY 10017 (212) 838-1600. |
| BULGARIA | Passport required. Tourist visa not required for stay up to 30 days. AIDS test may be required for those staying more than one month; U.S. test not accepted. For business visas and other information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria, 1621 22nd Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 387-7969. |
| BURKINA FASO | Passport and visa required. Single-entry visa valid three months for visit up to one month, extendable; requires $20 fee, two application forms, two photos and yellow fever vaccination (cholera immunization recommended). Send passport by registered mail, and include postage or prepaid envelope for return by mail. Payment accepted in cash or money order only. For further information, call the Embassy of Burkina Faso, 2340 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202) 332-5577, or Honorary Consulate in Decatur, GA (404) 378-7278, Los Angeles, CA (213) 824-5100 or New Orleans, LA (504) 945-3152. |
| BURMA | (See Myanmar.) |
| BURUNDI | Passport and visa required. Obtain visa before arrival to avoid long airport delay. Multientry visa valid for two months (must be used within two months of date of issue); requires $11 fee, three application forms, three photos, yellow fever and cholera immunizations and return/onward ticket (meningitis immunization recommended). Company letter needed for business travel. Send U.S. postal money order only and SASE for return of passport by mail. For further information, consult the Embassy of the Republic of Burundi, Suite 212, 2233 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007, (202) 342-2574, or Permanent Mission of Burundi to the U.N., (212) 687-1180. |
| CAMBODIA | Passport and visa required. Airport visa valid for a 30-day stay is available upon arrival in Cambodia from the Ministry of National Security; requires $20 fee. Visas can also be obtained from a Cambodian embassy or consulate in a country which maintains diplomatic relations with Cambodia. There is no Cambodian embassy in the U.S. at this time. |
| CAMEROON | Passport and visa required. Obtain visa before arrival to avoid difficulty at airport. Multiple-entry tourist visa for stay up to 90 days; requires $65.22 fee, two application forms, two photos, yellow fever and cholera immunizations, proof of onward/return transportation and bank statement. If invited by family or friends, visa available for up to three months, may be extended one month. Invitation must be signed by authorities in Cameroon. Multiple-entry business visa, valid 12 months, requires company letter to guarantee financial and legal responsibility; include exact dates of travel. Enclose prepaid envelope for return of passport by registered, certified or express mail. For additional information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Cameroon, 2349 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 265-8790 to 8794. |
| CANADA | Proof of U.S. citizenship and photo ID required. Visa not required for U.S. tourists entering from the U.S. for a stay up to 180 days. However, anyone with a criminal record (including a DWI charge) should contact the Canadian embassy or nearest consulate before travel. U.S. citizens entering Canada from a third country must have a valid passport. For student or business travel, check with the Canadian Embassy, 501 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001, (202) 682-1740, or nearest Consulate General: CA (213) 687-7432 and (415) 495-6021, GA (404) 577-6810, IL (312) 427-1031, MA (617) 262-3760, MI (313) 567-2340, MN (612) 333-4641, NY (212) 768-2400 or (716) 852-1247, OH (216) 771-0150, TX (214) 922-9806 or WA (206) 443-1777. |
| CAPE VERDE | Passport and visa required. Single-entry tourist visa (must be used within 120 days of issue); requires $11.31 fee, one application form, one photo and yellow fever immunization if arriving from infected area. Include SASE for return of passport by mail. For further information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Cape Verde, 3415 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007, (202) 965-6820, or Consulate General, 535 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116, (617) 353-0014. |
| CAYMAN ISLANDS | (See West Indies, British.) |
| CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC | Passport and visa required. Visa must be obtained before arrival. To obtain a visa, you need two application forms, two recent photos, yellow fever immunization, onward/return ticket, SASE for return of passport by mail, and $30 fee. Company letter needed for business visa. For further information, contact the Embassy of Central African Republic, 1618 22nd Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 483-7800 or 7801. |
| CHAD | Passport and visa required. Transit visa valid for up to one week; requires onward ticket. Single-entry visa valid two months for tourist/business stay up to 30 days (extendable); requires $25 fee (no personal checks), yellow fever and cholera vaccinations, three application forms and three photos. For business visa, need company letter stating purpose of trip. Send prepaid envelope for registered/certified return of passport. Apply Embassy of the Republic of Chad, 2002 R Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 462-4009, and check specific requirements. |
| CHILE | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to three months, may be extended. For official/diplomatic travel and other information, consult the Embassy of Chile, 1732 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 785-3159, or nearest Consulate General: CA (310) 785-0113 or (415) 982-7662, FL (305) 373-8623, PA (215) 829-9520, NY (212) 980-3366, TX (713) 621-5853 or PR (809) 725-6365. |
| CHINA, PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF | Passport and visa required. Transit visa required for any stop (even if you do not exit the plane or train) in China. Visitors must show hotel reservation and letter of confirmation from the China International Travel Service (CITS) or an invitation from an individual or institution in China. CITS tours may be booked through several travel agencies and airlines in the United States and abroad and are often advertised in newspapers and magazines. Visas for tour group members are usually obtained by the travel agent as part of the tour package. Visa requires $10 fee (no personal checks), two application forms and two photos. Allow at least 10 days processing time. Medical examination required for those staying one year or longer. AIDS test required for those staying more than six months. For further information, contact the Chinese Embassy, 2300 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 328-2517, or nearest Consulate General: Chicago (312) 346-0287, Houston (713) 524-4311, Los Angeles (213) 380-2506, New York (212) 330-7409 or San Francisco (415) 563-4857. |
| COLOMBIA | Passport, proof of onward/return ticket, and entry permit required for tourist/business stay of up to six months. Entry permits are granted by the immigration authorities at the port of entry. Minors (under 18) traveling alone, with one parent or in someone else's custody, must present written authorization signed before a notary and authenticated by the Colombian embassy or consulate from the absent parent(s) or guardian. Persons suspected of being HIV-positive may be denied entry. For information about longer stays and business and official travel, contact the Embassy of Colombia (Consulate), 1825 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 332-7476, or nearest Consulate General: CA (213) 362-1137 or (415) 362-0080, FL (305) 448-5558, GA (404) 237-1045, IL (312) 341-0658/9, LA (504) 525-5580, MA (617) 536-6222, MI (313) 352-4970, MN (612) 933-2408, MO (314) 991-3636, OH (216) 943-1200, NY (212) 949-9898, PR (809) 754-6885 or TX (713) 527-8919. |
| COMOROS ISLANDS | Passport and onward/return ticket required. Visa for up to three weeks (extendable) issued at airport upon arrival. For further information, consult the Embassy of the Federal and Islamic Republic of Comoros, 336 East 45th Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10017, (212) 972-8010. |
| CONGO | Passport and visa required. Single-entry $30 or multiple-entry $50, for tourist/business stay up to three months, requires yellow fever and cholera immunizations and onward/return ticket. First-time applicants need three application forms and three photos, returning visitors need only two. For business visa must have company letter stating reason for trip. Include SASE for return of passport by mail. Letter of introduction stating reason for trip, three applications and three photos required. Apply to the Embassy of the People's Republic of the Congo, 4891 Colorado Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20011, (202) 726-5500, or the Permanent Mission of the Congo to the U.N., 14 East 65th Street, New York, NY 10021 (212) 744-7840. |
| COOK ISLANDS | Passport and onward/return ticket required. Visa not needed for visit up to 31 days. For longer stays and further information, contact the Consulate for the Cook Islands, Kamehameha Schools, #16, Kapalama Heights, Honolulu, HI 96817, (808) 847-6377. |
| COSTA RICA | Passport required. Travelers are sometimes admitted with (original) certified U.S. birth certificate and photo ID for tourist stay up to 90 days. Tourist card issued upon arrival at airport. U.S. citizens must have onward/return ticket. For stays over 90 days, you must apply for an extension (within the first week of visit) with Costa Rican Immigration and, after 90 days, obtain exit visa and possess a valid U.S. passport. Visitors staying over 90 days must have an AIDS test performed in Costa Rica. For travel with pets and other information, contact the Consular Section of the Embassy of Costa Rica, 1825 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Suite 211, Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 328-6628, or nearest Consulate General: CA (415) 392-8488, GA (404) 370-0555, FL (305) 377-4242, IL (312) 263-2772, LA (504) 467-1462, NY (212) 425-2620 or TX (713) 266-0485. |
| COTE D' IVOIRE | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to 90 days. Visa $33, requires four application forms, four photos, yellow fever vaccination, onward/return ticket and financial guarantee. Include postage for return of passport by registered mail. For further information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Cote D' Ivoire, 2424 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 797-0300, or Honorary Consulate: CA (415) 391-0176. |
| CROATIA | Passport and visa required. Visa can be obtained at port of entry. There is no charge for business or tourist visa. Check requirements with the Embassy of Croatia, 236 Massachusetts Avenue, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20002, (202) 543-5580 or 5586. |
| CUBA | Passport and visa required. Tourist visa $26, business visa $36, valid up to six months; requires one application and photo. Send money order only and SASE for return of passport. Apply to the Cuban Interests Section, 2639 16th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 797-8609 or 8518. AIDS test required for those staying longer than 90 days. Note: U.S. citizens need a Treasury Department license in order to engage in any transactions related to travel to and within Cuba. Before planning any travel to Cuba, U.S. citizens should contact the Licensing Division, Office of Foreign Assets Control, Department of the Treasury, 1331 G Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20220, (202) 622-2480. |
| CURACAO | (See Netherlands Antilles.) |
| CYPRUS | Passport required. Tourist/business visa issued on arrival for stay up to three months. Departure tax of $8 paid at airport. AIDS test required for certain entertainers; U.S. test accepted. For other information, consult the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus, 2211 R Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 462-5772 or nearest Consulate: CA (213) 397-0771, LA (504) 388-8701 or New York (212) 686-6016. |
| CZECH REPUBLIC | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to 30 days. All foreigners must register with the proper authorities within 48 hours of arrival. For more information, contact the Embassy of the Czech Republic, 3900 Spring of Freedom Street., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 363-6315. |
| DENMARK (Including GREENLAND) |
Passport required. Tourist/business visa not required for stay of up to three months. (Period begins when entering Scandinavian area: Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden.) Special rules apply for entry into the U.S.-operated defense area in Greenland. For further information, contact the Royal Danish Embassy, 3200 Whitehaven Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 234-4300, or nearest Consulate General: CA (213) 387-4277, Chicago (312) 329-9644 or New York (212) 223-4545. |
| DJIBOUTI | Passport and visa required. Visas must be obtained before arrival. Single-entry visa valid for 30 days, extendable; requires $15 fee, two applications, two photos, yellow fever immunization, onward/return ticket and sufficient funds. Company letter needed for business visa. Send prepaid envelope for return of passport by registered, certified or express mail. Apply to the Embassy of the Republic of Djibouti, 1156 15th Street, N.W., Suite 515, Washington, D.C. 20005, (202) 331-0270, or the Djibouti Mission to the U.N., 866 United Nations Plaza, Suite 4011, New York, NY 10017, (212) 753-3163. |
| DOMINICA | Proof of U.S. citizenship, photo ID and return/onward ticket required for tourist stay up to six months. For longer stays and other information, consult the Consulate of the Commonwealth of Dominica, 820 2nd Avenue, Suite 900, New York, NY 10017, (212) 599-8478. |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC |
Passport or proof of U.S. citizenship and tourist card or visa required. Tourist card for stay up to two months, available from consulate or from airline serving the Dominican Republic, $10 fee. Visa issued by consulate, valid up to five years, no charge. All persons must pay $10 airport departure fee. AIDS test required for residence permit. U.S. test not accepted. For business travel and other information, call the Embassy of the Dominican Republic, 1715 22nd Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 332-6280, or nearest Consulate General: CA (415) 982-5144, FL (305) 358-3221, IL (312) 772-6363, LA (504) 522-1007, MA (617) 482-8121, NY (212) 768-2480, PA (215) 923-3006 or PR (809) 725-9550. |
| ECUADOR | Passport and return/onward ticket required for stay up to three months. For additional information, contact the Embassy of Ecuador, 2535 15th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 234-7166 or nearest Consulate General: CA (213) 628-3014 or (510) 223-2162, FL (305) 539-8214, IL (312) 329-0266, LA (504) 523-3229, MA (617) 523-2700, MD (301) 889-4435, MI (313) 332-7356, NV (702) 735-8193, NY (212) 683-0170/71, PR (809) 781-4408 or TX (214) 747-6329. |
| EGYPT | Passport and visa required. Transit visa for stay up to 48 hours available. Tourist visa, valid three months; requires $15 fee (cash or money order), one application form and one photo. Visa may be issued at airport upon arrival for fee of $20. For business travel, need company letter stating purpose of trip. Enclose prepaid envelope for return of passport by certified mail. Proof of yellow fever immunization required if arriving from infected area. AIDS test required for workers and students staying over 30 days. Register with local authorities or at hotel within seven days of arrival. Travelers must declare foreign currency on Form "D" on arrival and show Form "D" and bank receipts upon departure. Maximum Egyptian currency allowed into and out of Egypt is LE20. For additional information, consult the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt, 2310 Decatur Place, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 234-3903, or nearest Consulate General: CA (415) 346-9700, IL (312) 443-1190, NY (212) 759-7120 or Houston (713) 961-4915. |
| EL SALVADOR | Passport and visa required. (Length of validity of visa will be determined by immigration authorities upon arrival.) Requires one application form and two photos. Allow three working days for processing. Send SASE for return of passport by mail. AIDS test required for permanent residence permit. U.S. test not accepted. Apply to the Consulate General of El Salvador, 1010 16th Street, N.W., 3rd Floor, Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 331-4032, or nearest Consulate: CA (213) 383-5776 or (415) 781-7924, FL (305) 371-8850, LA (504) 522-4266, NY (212) 889-3608 or TX (713) 270-6239. |
| ENGLAND | (See United Kingdom.) |
| EQUATORIAL GUINEA | Passport and visa required. Obtain visa in advance. For further information, contact the residence of the Ambassador of Equatorial Guinea at 57 Magnolia Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY, (914) 667-9664. |
| ERITREA | Passport and visa required. Tourist/business visa valid for a stay of up to six months; requires one application, two photos, $25 fee (no personal checks). Business visa can be extended up to one year, requires company letter stating purpose of travel. Include SASE for return of passport by mail. Allow three working days for processing. For more information, contact the Embassy of Eritrea, 910 17th Street, N.W., Suite 400, Washington, D.C. 20006, (202) 429-1991. |
| ESTONIA | Passport required. Visas not required for stay of up to 90 days. AIDS test required for residency and work permits. U.S. test sometimes accepted. For further information, check the Embassy of the Republic of Estonia, 9 Rockefeller Plaza, Suite J-1421, New York, NY 10020, (212) 247-1450. |
| ETHIOPIA | Passport and visa required. Tourist/business visa valid for stay up to two years, fee $50 or transit visa for 48 hours, $20; requires one application, one photo and yellow fever immunization. Business visa requires company letter. Send $2 postage for return of passport or $15.30 for Federal Express and $9.95 for Express Mail service. (Money orders only.) Allow two weeks for processing. Exit visas are required of all visitors remaining in Ethiopia for more than 30 days. For longer stays and other information, contact the Embassy of Ethiopia, 2134 Kalorama Road, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 234-2281/2. |
| FIJI | Passport, proof of sufficient funds and onward/return ticket required. Visa issued on arrival for stay up to 30 days and may be extended up to six months. For further information, contact the Embassy of Fuji, 2233 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., #240, Washington, D.C. 20007, (202) 337-8320, or Mission to the U.N., One United Nations Plaza, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10017, (212) 355-7316. |
| FINLAND | Passport required. Tourist/business visa not required for stay up to 90 days (90-day period begins when entering Scandinavian area: Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Iceland). Check Embassy of Finland, 3216 New Mexico Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20016, (202) 363-2430 or nearest Consulate General: Los Angeles (310) 203-9903 or New York (212) 573-6007. |
| FRANCE | Passport required to visit France, Andorra, Monaco, Corsica and French Polynesia. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to three months in France, Andorra, Monaco and Corsica, and one month in French Polynesia (officials/diplomats, journalists on assignment, ship or plane crew members, and students are required to obtain a visa in advance). For further information, consult the Embassy of France, 4101 Reservoir Road, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007, (202) 944-6200/6215, or nearest Consulate: CA (310) 479-4426 or (415) 397-4330, FL (305) 372-9798, GA (404) 522-4226, HI (808) 599-4458, IL (312) 787-5359, LA (504) 523-5774, ME (617) 482-3650, MI (313) 568-0990, NY (212) 606-3600, PR (809) 753-1700 or TX (713) 528-2181. |
| FRENCH GUIANA | Proof of U.S. citizenship and photo ID required for visit up to three weeks. (For stays longer than three weeks, a passport is required.) No visa required for stay up to three months. For further information, consult the Embassy of France, 4101 Reservoir Road, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007, (202) 944-6200/6215. |
| FRENCH POLYNESIA |
Includes Society Islands, French Southern and Antarctic Lands, Tuamotu, Gambier, French Austral, Marquesas, Kerguelen, Crozet, New Caledonia, Tahiti, Wallis and Furtuna Islands. Passport required. Visa not required for visit up to one month. For longer stays and further information, consult the Embassy of France at (202) 944-6200/6215. |
| GABON | Passport and visa required. Visas must be obtained before arrival. Single-entry visa valid up to one month, multiple-entry visa valid for two-four months. Both visas require two application forms, two photos, small pox and yellow fever vaccinations, and $50 fee (no personal checks accepted). Also need detailed travel arrangements, including flight numbers, arrival and departure dates, accommodations and next destination. Business visa requires company letter stating purpose of trip and contacts in Gabon. Accompanying family must be included in letter. For longer stays and other information, call the Embassy of the Gabonese Republic, 2034 20th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 797-1000, or the Permanent Mission of the Gabonese Republic to the U.N., 18 East 41st Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10017, (212) 686-9720. |
| GALAPAGOS ISLANDS | Passport and onward/return ticket required for visits up to three months. For further information, consult the Embassy of Ecuador at (202) 234-7166. |
| GAMBIA | Passport and visa required. Tourist/business visa for a stay of up to three months; requires one application, one photo, and yellow fever immunization certificate (no fee. For business visa, you also need company letter stating purpose of visit and itinerary. Allow at least two working days for processing. Include prepaid envelope for return of passport by mail. Apply to the Embassy of the Gambia, Suite 720, 1030 15th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20005, (202) 785-1399, or Permanent Mission of The Gambia to the U.N., 820 2nd Avenue, 9th floor, New York, NY 10017, (212) 949-6640. |
| GEORGIA | Passport, visa and letter of invitation (issued upon arrival) required. For additional information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Georgia, Suite 424, 1511 K Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20005, (202) 393-6060. |
| GERMANY | Passport required. Tourist/business visa not required for stay up to three months. For longer stays, obtain temporary residence permit upon arrival. AIDS test required of applicants for Bavaria residence permits staying over 180 days; U.S. test not accepted. Every foreigner entering Germany is required to provide proof of sufficient health insurance. For further information, contact the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, 4645 Reservoir Road, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007, (202) 298-4000, or nearest Consulate General: CA (415) 775-1061, FL (305) 358-0290, GA (404) 659-4760, IL (312) 263-0850, MA (617) 536-4414, MI (313) 962-6526, NY (212) 308-8700 or TX (713) 627-7770. |
| GHANA | Passport and visa required. Tourist visa required for stay up to 30 days (extendable). Requires one application form, four photos, copy of onward/return ticket, bank statement or pay stub and yellow fever immunization. Single-entry visa requires $20 fee, multiple-entry $50. Allow three working days for processing. Include prepaid envelope for return of passport by certified mail. For additional information, contact the Embassy of Ghana, 3512 International Drive, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 686-4520, or Consulate General, 19 East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017, (212) 832-1300. |
| GIBRALTAR | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist stay up to three months. For further information, consult the British Embassy at (202) 986-0205. |
| GILBERT ISLANDS | (See Kiribati.) |
| GREAT BRITAIN AND NORTHERN IRELAND | (See United Kingdom.) |
| GREECE | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to three months. If traveling on diplomatic/official passport, visa required and must be obtained in advance. AIDS test required for performing artists and students on Greek scholarships; U.S. test not accepted. For additional information, consult the Consular Section of the Embassy of Greece, 2221 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 232-8222, or nearest Consulate: CA (213) 385-1447 or (415) 775-2102, GA (404) 261-3313, IL (312) 372-5356, LA (504) 523-1167, MA (617) 542-3240, NY (212) 988-5500 or TX (713) 840-7522. |
| GREENLAND | (See Denmark.) |
| GRENADA | Passport is recommended, but tourists may enter with birth certificate and photo ID. Visa not required for tourist stay up to three months, may be extended to maximum of six months. For additional information, consult the Embassy of Grenada, 1701 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 265-2561, or Permanent Mission of Grenada to the U.N., (212) 599-0301. |
| GUADELOUPE | (See West Indies, French.) |
| GUATEMALA | Passport and visa or tourist card required. Visas no charge, valid one year, multiple entries of 30 days each; requires passport, one application form, one photo and $5 fee. Provide SASE for return of passport by mail. For travel by minors and information, about tourist cards, contact the Embassy of Guatemala, 2220 R Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 745-4952, or nearest Consulate: CA (213) 365-9251/2 or (415) 788-5651, FL (305) 443-4828/29, IL (312) 332-1587, NY (212) 686-3837 or TX (713) 953-9531. |
| GUIANA, FRENCH | (See French Guiana.) |
| GUINEA | Passport and visa required. Tourist/business visa for stay up to three months; requires three application forms, three photos, yellow fever immunization and $25 fee (cash or money order only). Malaria suppressants are highly recommended. For business visa, need company letter stating purpose of trip and letter of invitation from company in Guinea. Provide SASE for return of passport by mail. For more information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Guinea, 2112 Leroy Place, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 483-9420. |
| GUINEA-BISSAU | Passport and visa required. Visa must be obtained in advance. Visa valid up to 90 days; requires two application forms, two photos, health certificate, financial guarantee to cover stay, letter staying purpose of travel and $12 fee (payment by money order only). Include prepaid envelope for return of passport by express mail. Apply to the Embassy of Guinea-Bissau, 918 16th Street, N.W., Mezzanine Suite, Washington, D.C. 20006, (202) 872-4222. |
| GUYANA | Passport required. For more information, consult the Embassy of Guyana, 2490 Tracy Place, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 265-6900/03, or Consulate General, 866 U.N. Plaza, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10017, (212) 527-3215. |
| HAITI | Passport required. For further information, consult the Embassy of Haiti, 2311 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 332-4090, or nearest Consulate: FL (305) 859-2003, MA (617) 723-5211, NY (212) 697-9767 or PR (809) 766-0758. |
| HOLY SEE, APOSTOLIC NUNCIATURE OF THE |
Passport required (for entry into Italy). For further information, consult the Apostolic Nunciature of the Holy See, 3339 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 333-7121, or call the Embassy of Italy, (202) 328-5500. |
| HONDURAS | Passport and onward/return ticket required. For additional information, contact the Embassy of Honduras (Consular Section), Suite 319, 1612 K Street., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20006, (202) 223-0185, or nearest Consulate: CA (213) 383-9244 and (415) 392-0076, FL (305) 447-8927, IL (312) 772-7090, LA (504) 522-3118, NY (212) 269-3611 or TX (713) 622-4572. |
| HONG KONG | Passport and onward/return transportation by sea/air required. Visa not required for tourist stay up to 30 days, may be extended to three months. Confirmed hotel and flight reservations recommended during peak travel months. Departure tax 150 Hong Kong dollars (approx. $20 U.S.) paid at airport. Visa required for work or study. For other types of travel, consult the British Embassy at (202) 986-0205. |
| HUNGARY | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to 90 days. For business travel and other information, check the Embassy of the Republic of Hungary, 3910 Shoemaker Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 362-6730, or Consulate General, 8 East 75th Street, New York, NY 10021, (212) 879-4127. |
| ICELAND | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to three months. (Period begins when entering Scandinavian area: Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden.) For additional information, call the Embassy of Iceland, 2022 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 265-6653-5, or Consulate General in New York, (212) 686-4100. |
| INDIA | Passport and visa required. Obtain visa in advance. Tourist visa valid for stay up to one month, requires $5 fee, up to six months $25 fee and up to 12 months $50 fee, one application form, two photos, onward/return ticket and proof of sufficient funds. Visa must be obtained before arrival. Business visa requires $50 fee, two application forms, two photos and company letter stating purpose of trip and itinerary. Include prepaid envelope for return of passport by certified mail. Allow two weeks for processing. Yellow fever immunization needed if arriving from infected area. AIDS test required for all students and anyone over 18 staying more than one year; U.S. test sometimes accepted. Check requirements with the Embassy of India, 2536 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 939-9839/9850, or nearest Consulate General: Chicago (312) 781-6280, New York (212) 879-7800 or San Francisco (415) 668-0683. |
| INDONESIA | Valid passport and onward/return ticket required. Visa not required for tourist stay up to two months (non-extendable). For longer stays and additional information, consult the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, 2020 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 775-5200, or nearest Consulate: CA (213) 383-5126 or (415) 474-9571, IL (312) 938-0101, NY (212) 879-0600 or TX (713) 626-3291. |
| IRAN | Passport and visa required. The United States does not maintain diplomatic or consular relations with Iran. Travel by U.S. citizens is not recommended. For visa information, contact the Embassy of Pakistan, Iranian Interests Section, 2209 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007, (202) 965-4990. |
| IRAQ | Passport and visa required. AIDS test required for stay over 5 days. The United States suspended diplomatic and consular operations in Iraq in 1990. Since February 1991, U.S. passports are not valid for travel in, to, or through Iraq without authorization from the Department of State. Application for exemptions to this restriction should be submitted in writing to Passport Services, U.S. Department of State, 1425 K Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20524, Attn: CA/PPT/C, Room 300. Note: U.S. citizens need a Treasury Department license in order to engage in any transactions related to travel to and within Iraq. Before planning any travel to Iraq, U.S. citizens should contact the Licensing Division, Office of Foreign Assets Control, Department of the Treasury, 1331 G Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20220, (202) 622-2480. For visa information, contact a country that maintains diplomatic relations with Iraq. |
| IRELAND | Passport required. Tourists are not required to obtain visas for stays under 90 days, but may be asked to show onward/return ticket. For further information, consult the Embassy of Ireland, 2234 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 462-3939, or nearest Consulate General: CA (415) 392-4214, IL (312) 337-1868, MA (617) 267-9330 or NY (212) 319-2555. |
| ISRAEL | Passport, onward/return ticket and proof of sufficient funds required. Tourist visa issued upon arrival valid for three months, but can be renewed. Departure tax of $15 payable at airport. Tourists should not travel by bus and should avoid crowded areas and bus stops. Due to threat of terrorist activities, tourists are advised to exercise extreme caution and be aware of their surroundings at all times. Consult the Embassy of Israel, 3514 International Drive, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 364-5500, or nearest Consulate General: CA (213) 651-5700 or (415) 398-8885, FL (305) 358-8111, GA (404) 875-7851, IL (312) 565-3300, MA (617) 542-0041, NY (212) 351-5200, PA (215) 546-5556 or TX (713) 627-3780. |
| ITALY | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist stay up to three months. For longer stays, employment or study, obtain visa in advance. For additional information, consult the Embassy of Italy, 1601 Fuller Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 328-5500, or nearest Consulate General: CA (310) 820-0622 or (415) 931-4924, FL (305) 374-6322, IL (312) 467-1550, LA (504) 524-2272, MA (617) 542-0483/4, MI (313) 963-8560, NJ (201) 643-1448, NY (212) 737-9100, PA (215) 592-7329 or TX (713) 850-7520. |
| IVORY COAST | (See Cote d' Ivoire.) |
| JAMAICA | Passport (or original birth certificate and photo ID), onward/return ticket and proof of sufficient funds required. (Photo ID is not required for U.S. citizens under 16 using birth certificate.) Tourist card issued on arrival for stay up to six months; must be returned to immigration authorities on departure. For business or study, visa must be obtained in advance, no charge. Departure tax of $15 paid at airport. Check information with the Embassy of Jamaica, Suite 355, 1850 K Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20006, (202) 452-0660, or nearest Consulate: CA (213) 380-9471 or (415) 886-6061, FL (305) 374-8431, GA (404) 593-1500, IL (312) 663-0023 or NY (212) 935-9000. |
| JAPAN | Passport and onward/return ticket required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to 90 days. Departure tax of $15.50 paid at airport. For specific information, consult the Embassy of Japan, 2520 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 939-6800, or nearest Consulate: AK (907) 279-8428, CA (213) 624-8305 or (415) 777-3533, FL (305) 530-9090, GA (404) 892-2700, Guam (671) 646-1290, HI (808) 536-2226, IL (312) 280-0400, LA (504) 529-2101, MA (617) 973-9772, MI (313) 567-0120, MO (816) 471-0111, NY (212) 371-8222, OR (503) 221-1811, TX (713) 652-2977 or WA (206) 682-9107. |
| JORDAN | Passport and visa required. Visa requires one application form, one photo, letter stating purpose of visit and itinerary. Entry into Jordan is sometimes denied to persons holding passports with Israeli visas stamps. (This is especially true when the holders are U.S./Jordanian dual nationals.) Send SASE for return of passport by mail. For details, check the Embassy of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, 3504 International Drive, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 966-2664. |
| KAZAKHSTAN | Passport and visa required. For additional information, contact the Embassy of Kazakhstan, 3421 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007, (202) 333-4504 or 07. |
| KENYA | Passport and visa required. Visa must be obtained in advance. Single-entry visa for tourist/business stay up to six months, $10 (money order only); requires one application form, two photos and onward/return ticket. Yellow fever immunization is recommend. Anti-malaria pills are recommended for those travelling to the western or coastal regions. Multiple-entry business visa valid for up to one year, $50. Payment by cashiers check or money order only. Airport departure tax is $20. Consult the Embassy of Kenya, 2249 R Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 387-6101, or Consulate General: Los Angeles (310) 274-6635 or New York (212) 486-1300. |
| KIRIBATI (Formerly Gilbert Islands) | Passport and visa required. For additional information, consult the British Embassy at (202) 462-1340. |
| KOREA, DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF (North Korea) |
U.S. passports are valid for travel to North Korea. The United States does not maintain diplomatic or consular relations with North Korea. U.S. government interests are represented on an interim basis by Sweden, which is able to provide limited emergency services to U.S. citizens.U.S. travel service providers are authorized to organize group travel to North Korea, including transactions with North Korean carriers. However, U.S. citizens may spend money in North Korea only to purchase items ordinarily used in travel such as hotel accommodations, meals and goods for personal consumption during travel. Purchases of goods and services unrelated to travel are prohibited. Before planning any business transactions with North Korea, U.S. citizens should contact the Licensing Division, Office of Foreign Assets Control, Department of the Treasury, 1331 G Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20220 (202) 622-2480. Visa information may be obtained from a consulate in a country that maintains diplomatic relations with North Korea or from the North Korean Mission to the United Nations in New York. (212) 772-0712. |
| KOREA, REPUBLIC OF (South Korea) | Passport required. Visa not required for a tourist stay up to 15 days. For longer stays and other types of travel, visa must be obtained in advance. Tourist visa for longer stay requires one application form and one photo. Business visa requires one application form, one photo and company letter. Fine imposed for overstaying visa and for long-term visa holders not registered within 60 days after entry. AIDS test required for anyone staying over 90 days; U.S. test accepted. For further information, check the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, (Consular Division), 2600 Virginia Avenue, N.W., Suite 208, Washington, D.C. 20037, (202) 939-5660/63, or nearest Consulate General: AK (907) 561-5488, CA (213) 385-9300 and (415) 921-2251, FL (305) 372-1555, GA (404) 522-1611, Guam (671) 472-6109, HI (808) 595-6109, IL (312) 822-9485, MA (617) 348-3660, NY (212) 752-1700, TX (713) 961-0186 or WA (206) 441-1011. |
| KUWAIT | Passport and visa required. AIDS test required for work visa; U.S. test accepted. For further information, contact the Embassy of the State of Kuwait, 2940 Tilden Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 966-0702, or Consulate, 321 East 44th Street, New York, NY 10017, (212) 973-4318. |
| KYRGYZ REPUBLIC (Kyrgyzstan) |
Passport and visa required. Visa requires one application form, and two photos, (plus a letter of invitation from a Kyrgyz citizen or organization if staying more then 21 days). Multi-entry visa $100 (no personal checks). Include SASE for return of passport by mail (or proper fee for express mail service). For additional information, contact the Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic, 1511 K Street, N.W., Suite 707, Washington, D.C. 20005, (202) 628-0433. |
| LAOS | Passport and visa required. Visa requires $35 fee, three application forms, three photos, onward/return transportation, sufficient funds, cholera immunization and SASE for return of passport by mail. Transit visas for stay up to five days requires onward/return ticket and visa for next destination. Visitor visas are issued for one entry and must be used within three months of issue date. Period of stay: one month can be extended for another 30 days (visitor visa application must be accompanied by letter from relative or friends in Laos). Tourist visas are issued only to those who apply through a tourist agency. Business visa requires letter from counterpart in Laos, is valid for one entry and must be used within three months of issue date. For more information, check with the Embassy of the Lao People's Democratic Republic, 2222 S Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 332-6416/7. |
| LATVIA | Passport and visa required. Tourist/business visa issued at embassy or point of entry. One application form, one photo and $5 fee are required. For further information, contact the Embassy of Latvia, 4325 17th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20011, (202) 726-8213. |
| LEBANON | Passport and visa required. AIDS test required for those seeking residence permits; U.S. test accepted. Since January 1987, U.S. passports are not valid for travel in, to or through Lebanon without authorization from the Department of State. Application for exemptions to this restriction should be submitted in writing to Passport Services, U.S. Department of State, 1425 K Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20524, Attn: CA/PPT/C, Room 300. For further visa information, contact the Embassy of Lebanon, 2560 28th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 939-6300, or nearest Consulate General: Los Angeles (213) 467-1253, Detroit (313) 567-0233 or New York (212) 744-7905. |
| LEEWARD ISLANDS | (See Virgin Islands, British.) |
| LESOTHO | Passport and visa required. Visa requires one form. Single-entry visa requires $5 fee and multiple-entry $10. For more information, check with the Embassy of the Kingdom of Lesotho, 2511 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 797-5533. |
| LIBERIA | The U.S. Department of State warns U.S. citizens against travel to Liberia. Although the U.S. embassy remains open, it is closed for visa services and is providing only emergency services for U.S. citizens. Travelers who plan a trip to Liberia, despite the warning, are required to have a passport and visa prior to arrival along with evidence of yellow fever vaccinations. An exit permit must be obtained from Liberian immigration authorities before departure. For more information on entry requirements, direct inquiries to the Embassy of the Republic of Liberia, 5201 16th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20011, (202) 723-0437 or (202) 723-0440. |
| LIBYA | Passport and visa required. AIDS test required for those seeking residence permits; U.S. test accepted. Since December 1981, U.S. passports are not valid for travel in, to or through Libya without authorization from the Department of State. Application for exemptions to this restriction should be submitted in writing to Passport Services, U.S. Department of State, 1425 K Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20524, Attn: CA/PPT/C, Room 300. Note: U.S. citizens need a Treasury Department license in order to engage in any transactions related to travel to and within Libya. Before planning any travel to Libya, U.S. citizens should contact the Licensing Division, Office of Foreign Assets Control, Department of the Treasury, 1331 G Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20220, (202) 622-2480. Application and inquiries for visas must be made through a country that maintains diplomatic relations with Libya. |
| LIECHTENSTEIN | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to three months. For further information, consult the Swiss Embassy at (202) 745-7900. |
| LITHUANIA | Passport and visa required. Visa requires one application form and $25 fee. AIDS test required for permanent residence permits. U.S. test sometimes accepted. For further information, contact the Embassy of Lithuania, 2622 16th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 234-5860. |
| LUXEMBOURG | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to three months. For additional information, contact the Embassy of Luxembourg, 2200 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 265-4171, or the nearest Consulate: CA (415) 788-0816, FL (305) 373-1300, GA (404) 668-9811, IL (312) 726-0355, MO (816) 474-4761, NY (212) 888-6664 or OH (312) 726-0355. |
| MACAU | Passport required. Visa not required for visits up to 60 days. For further information, consult the nearest Portuguese Consulate: Washington, D.C., (202) 332-3007, San Francisco (415) 346-3400, New Bedford (508) 997-6151, Newark (201) 622-7300, NY (212) 246-4580, Providence (401) 272-2003, or Portuguese Consulate in Hong Kong (231-338. |
| MACEDONIA, (FORMER YUGOSLAV REPUBLIC OF) |
Entry permission can be obtained at border points. Macedonia does not currently maintain an embassy in the U.S. For more information, check with the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia's Office, 1015 15th Street, N.W., Suite 402, Washington, D.C. 20005, (202) 682-0519. |
| MADAGASCAR | Passport and visa required. Visa valid six months for single-entry up to 90 days, $22.50, or multiple-entries, $44.15 (no personal checks). Requires four application forms, four photos, yellow fever and cholera immunizations, proof of onward/return transportation and sufficient funds for stay. Include a prepaid envelope for return of passport by registered mail. Allow four months to process visa for longer stay. For additional information, contact the Embassy of the Democratic Republic of Madagascar, 2374 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 265-5525/6, or nearest Consulate: NY (212) 986-9491, PA (215) 893-3067 or CA (800) 856-2721. |
| MALAWI | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to one year. Strict dress codes apply for anyone visiting Malawi. Women must wear dresses that cover their shoulders, arms and knees and may not wear slacks except in specifically designated areas. Men with long hair cannot enter the country. For further information about this and other requirements, contact the Embassy of Malawi, 2408 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 797-1007, or Malawi Mission to the U.N., 600 3rd Avenue, New York, NY 10016, (212) 949-0180. |
| MALAYSIA (and the Borneo States, Sarawak and Sabah) |
Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to three months. Yellow fever and cholera immunizations necessary if arriving from infected areas. AIDS test required for work permits; U.S. test sometimes accepted. For entry of pets or other types of visits, consult the Embassy of Malaysia, 2401 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 328-2700, or nearest Consulate: Los Angeles (213) 621-2991 or New York (212) 490-2722. |
| MALDIVES | Passport required. Tourist visa issued upon arrival, no charge. Visitors must have proof of onward/return transportation and sufficient funds (minimum of $10 per person per day). Check with the Embassy of Maldives in Sri Lanka, 25 Melbourne Avenue, Colombo 4, Sri Lanka, or the Maldives Mission to the U.N. in New York, (212) 599-6195, for further information. |
| MALI | Passport and visa required. Visa must be obtained in advance. Tourist/business visa for stay up to four weeks; may be extended after arrival; requires $17 fee (cash or money order), two application forms, two photos, proof of onward/return transportation and yellow fever vaccination (cholera immunization is recommended). For business travel, must have company letter stating purpose of trip. Send SASE for return of passport if applying by mail. Apply to the Embassy of the Republic of Mali, 2130 R Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 332-2249. |
| MALTA | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to three months (extendable); extension must be applied for prior to end of 3-month period or expiration of original visa. Visa requires three application forms, two photos, proof of onward/return transportation and $46 fee (check or money order). Transit visa available for $31. For additional information, consult the Embassy of Malta, 2017 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 462-3611/2, or nearest Consulate: CA (213) 939-5011 or (415) 468-4321, MA (617) 259-1391, MI (313) 525-9777, MO (816) 833-0033, MN (612) 228-0935, NY (212) 725-2345, PA (412) 262-8460 or TX (713) 497-2100 or (713) 999-1812. |
| MARSHALL ISLANDS, REPUBLIC OF THE |
Proof of U.S. citizenship, sufficient funds for stay and onward/return ticket required for stay up to 30 days (extendable up to 90 days from date of entry). Entry permit not needed to bring in seagoing vessel. Obtain necessary forms from airline or shipping agent serving Marshall Islands. Departure fee $10 (those over age 60 exempt). Health certificate required if arriving from infected areas. AIDS test may be required for visits over 30 days; U.S. test accepted. Check information with Representative Office, Suite 1004, 1901 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20006, (202) 234-5414, or the nearest Consulate General: CA (714) 474-0331 or HI (808) 942-4422. |
| MARTINIQUE | (See West Indies, French.) |
| MAURITANIA | Passport and visa required. Obtain visa before arrival. Visa valid three months, requires $10 fee (money order only), two application forms, four photos, yellow fever and cholera immunizations and proof of onward/return transportation. Business travelers must have proof of sufficient funds (bank statement) or letter from sponsoring company. For further information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Mauritania, 2129 Leroy Place, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 232-5700/01, or Permanent Mission to the U.N., 211 East 43rd Street, Suite 2000, New York, NY 10017, (212) 986-7963. |
| MAURITIUS | Passport, sufficient funds for stay and onward/return ticket required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to three months. AIDS test required for permanent residence and work permits; U.S. test sometimes accepted. For further information, consult the Embassy of Mauritius, Suite 441, 4301 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 244-1491/2, or Honorary Consulate in Los Angeles, (818) 788-3720. |
| MAYOTTE ISLAND | (See France.) |
| MEXICO | Passport and visa not required of U.S. citizens for tourist/transit stay up to 90 days. Tourist card is required. Tourist card valid three months for single entry up to 180 days; no charge; requires proof of U.S. citizenship, photo ID and proof of sufficient funds. Tourist cards may be obtained in advance from Consulate, Tourism Office, and most airlines serving Mexico upon arrival. Departure tax of $10 is paid at airport. Notarized consent from parent(s) required for children travelling alone, with one parent or in someone else's custody. (This permit is not necessary when a minor is in possession of a valid passport.) For other types of travel and details, check with the Embassy of Mexico Consular Section, 2827 16th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009-4260, (202) 736-1000, or nearest Consulate General: CA (213) 351-6800, (415) 392-5554 or (619) 231-8414, CO (303) 830-6702, FL (305) 441-8780, IL (312) 855-1380, LA (504) 522-3596, NY (212) 689-0456, PR (809) 764-0258 or TX (214) 522-9741, (713) 463-9426, (512) 227-9145 or (915) 533-3644. |
| MICRONESIA, FEDERATED STATES OF (Kosrae, Yap, Ponape and Truk) |
Proof of citizenship, proof of sufficient funds, and onward/return ticket required for tourist visit up to six months, extendable (up to 12 months from date of entry) after arrival in Micronesia. Entry permit may be needed for other types of travel; obtain forms from airline. Departure fee $5 (U.S.). Health certificate may be required if traveling from infected area. Typhoid and tetanus immunizations are recommended. AIDS test required if staying over one year; U.S. test is accepted. For further information, contact the Embassy of the Federated States of Micronesia, 1725 N Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 223-4383, or nearest Consulate: HI (808) 836-4775 or Guam (671) 646-9154. |
| MOLDOVA | Passport and visa required. Visas issued at authorized entry points at the airport or along the Romanian border. Moldova does not currently maintain an embassy in the United States. |
| MIQUELON ISLAND | Proof of U.S. citizenship and photo ID required for visit up to three months. For further information, consult the Embassy of France at (202) 944-6000. |
| MONACO | Passport required. Visa not required for visit up to three months. For further information, consult the French Embassy, (202) 944-6000 or nearest Honorary Consulate of the Principality of Monaco: CA (213) 655-8970 or (415) 362-5050, IL (312) 642-1242, LA (504) 522-5700, NY (212) 759-5227 or PR (809) 721-4215. |
| MONGOLIA | Passport and visa required. Transit visa for stay up to 48 hours requires onward ticket, visa for next destination and $15 fee ($30 for double transit). Tourist visa for up to 90 days requires confirmation from Mongolian Travel Agency (Zhuulchin) and $25 fee. Business visa requires letter from company stating purpose of trip and invitation from Mongolian organization and $25 fee (multiple-entry $50). Submit one application form, two photos, itinerary and prepaid envelope for return of passport by certified or special delivery mail. AIDS test required for students and anyone staying longer than three months; U.S. test accepted. For additional information, contact the Embassy of Mongolia, 2833 M Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007, (202) 333-7117, or the U.N. Mission of Mongolia, 6 East 77th Street, New York, NY 10021, (212) 861-9460. |
| MOROCCO | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to three months, extendable. For additional information, consult the Embassy of Morocco, 1601 21st Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 462-7979 to 7982, or Consulate General in New York, (212) 213-9644. |
| MOZAMBIQUE | Passport and visa required. Visa must be obtained in advance. Entry visa valid 30 days from date of issuance; requires two application forms, two photos, immunization for yellow fever and cholera, $20 fee and letter (from company or individual) giving detailed itinerary. Visitors may have to exchange $25 at point of entry and declare all foreign currency. Apply to the Embassy of the People's Republic of Mozambique, Suite 570, 1990 M Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 293-7146. |
| MYANMAR (Formerly Burma) |
Passport and visa required. Single-entry visas for stays up to four weeks require $16 fee for tourist visa and $30 fee for business visa, two application forms, three photos and itinerary. Tourists visas are issued for package or group tours as well as Foreign Independent Travelers (FITs). FITs holding tourist visas must change a minimum of $300 (U.S.) upon arrival. Business visa requires company letter and invitation from a Myanmar company; extendable after arrival. Overland travel into and out of Myanmar is only permitted at certain points (check with the Embassy). Enclose prepaid envelope for return of passport by registered/certified mail. Allow two-three weeks for processing. Minimum of $100 must be changed for local currency on arrival. For further information, contact the Embassy of the Union of Myanmar, 2300 S Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 332-9044-5, or the Permanent Mission of Myanmar to the U.N., 10 East 77th Street, New York, NY 10021, (212) 535-1311. |
| NAMIBIA | Passport, onward/return ticket and proof of sufficient funds required. Visa not required for tourist or business stay up to 90 days. Consult the Embassy of Namibia, 1605 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 986-0540, for further information on entry requirements. |
| NAURU | Passport, visa, onward/return ticket and sponsorship from a resident in Nauru required. For more information, contact the Consulate of the Republic of Nauru in Guam, P.O. Box Am, Agana, Guam 96910, (671) 649-8300. |
| NEPAL | Passport and visa required. Tourist visa for stay up to 30 days extendable to three months. Single-entry visa $40, double $70 and multiple $100 (postal money order); requires one application form and one photo. For other types of travel, obtain visa in advance. For additional information, contact the Royal Nepalese Embassy, 2131 Leroy Place, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 667-4550, or Consulate General in New York, (212) 370-4188. |
| NETHERLANDS | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business visit up to 90 days. Tourists may be asked to show onward/return ticket or proof of sufficient funds for stay. For further information, contact the Embassy of the Netherlands, 4200 Linnean Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 244-5300, or nearest Consulate General: CA (213) 380-3440, IL (312) 856-0110, NY (212) 246-1429 or TX (713) 622-8000. |
| NETHERLANDS ANTILLES | Islands include Bonaire, CuraÁao, Saba, Statia and St. Maarten. Passport or proof of U.S. citizenship required. Visa not required for stay up to 14 days, extendable to 90 days after arrival. Tourists may be asked to show onward/return ticket or proof of sufficient funds for stay. Departure tax of $10 when leaving Bonaire and CuraÁao, $4 in Statia, $10 in St. Maarten. For further information, consult the Embassy of the Netherlands, (202) 244-5300, or nearest Consulate General: CA (213) 380-3440, IL (312) 856-0110, NY (212) 246-1429 or TX (713) 622-8000. |
| NEW CALEDONIA | (See French Polynesia.) |
| NEW ZEALAND | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to three months, must have onward/return ticket, visa for next destination and proof of sufficient funds. For additional information, contact the Embassy of New Zealand, 37 Observatory Circle, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 328-4800, or the Consulate General, Los Angeles, (213) 477-8241. |
| NICARAGUA | Passport and onward/return ticket required. Check further information with the Embassy of Nicaragua, 1627 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 939-6531 to 34. |
| NIGER | Passport and visa required. Visa valid between seven and 12 months (from date of issuance), depending on type/category of travelers. Requires three application forms, three photos, yellow fever vaccination (cholera vaccination is recommended, but not required), proof of onward/return transportation, letter of invitation and $56.07 fee. For further information and fees, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Niger, 2204 R Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 483-4224. |
| NIGERIA | The U.S. State Department warns that travel to Nigeria is extremely dangerous. Violent crime is acute, and business scams targeting foreigners are a pervasive problem. Persons contemplating business deals are urged to check with the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce before providing any information, making any financial commitments or traveling to Nigeria. Under no circumstances should American citizens travel to Nigeria without a valid visa. Invitations to enter Nigeria without a visa are normally indicative of illegal activity. U.S. citizens cannot legally depart Nigeria unless they can prove by entry visa that they entered legally. Consular services for all of Nigeria are available only at the U.S. Embassy in Lagos. Passport and visa required of U.S. citizens and all other foreigners. Evidence of yellow fever and cholera vaccinations also required. For further information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Nigeria, 2201 M Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20037, (202) 822-1500 or 1522, or the Consulate General in New York, (212) 715-7200. |
| NIUE | Passport, onward/return ticket and confirmed hotel accommodations required. Visa not required for stay up to 30 days. For additional information, consult the Embassy of New Zealand, (202) 328-4800. |
| NORFOLK ISLAND | Passport and visa required. Visa issued upon arrival for visit up to 30 days; extendable; requires confirmed accommodations and onward/return ticket. Australian transit visa must also be obtained in advance for travel to Norfolk Island. For both visas, consult the Australian Embassy, (202) 797-3000. |
| NORWAY | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to three months. (Period begins when entering Scandinavian area: Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland.) For further information, contact the Royal Norwegian Embassy, 2720 34th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 333-6000, or nearest Consulate General: CA (415) 986-0766 to 7168 or (213) 933-7717, MN (612) 332-3338, NY (212) 421-7333 or TX (713) 521-2900. |
| OMAN | Passport and visa required. Tourist/business visas for single-entry issued for stay up to three weeks. Requires $21 fee, one application form, one photo and cholera immunization if arriving from infected area. AIDS test required for work permits; U.S test not accepted. Allow one week to 10 days for processing. For transit and road travel, check with the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman, 2535 Belmont Road, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 387-1980-2. |
| PAKISTAN | Passport required. No visa required for stays up to 60 days. For longer stays, visa must be obtained before arrival. Tourist visa requires one application form, one photo and proof of onward/return transportation. Validity depends on length of visit (minimum three months), multiple entries, no charge. Need letter from company for business visa. Include prepaid envelope for return of passport by registered mail. AIDS test required for stays over one year. For applications and inquiries in Washington area, contact the Consular Section of the Embassy of Pakistan, 2315 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 939-6295. All other areas apply to Consulate General, 12 East 65th Street, New York, NY 10021, (212) 879-5800. |
| PALAU, THE REPUBLIC OF |
Proof of U.S. citizenship and onward/return ticket required for stay up to 30 days (extendable); $50 fee for extension (must apply for extension in Palau). Obtain forms for entry permit from airline or shipping agent serving Palau. For further information, consult with Representative Office, 444 N. Capitol Street, Suite 619, Washington, D.C. 20001, (202) 624-7793. |
| PANAMA | Passport, tourist card or visa and onward/return ticket required. Tourist card valid 30 days, available from airline serving Panama for $5 fee. For longer stays and additional information, contact the Embassy of Panama, 2862 McGill Terrace, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 483-1407. |
| PAPUA NEW GUINEA | Passport, onward/return ticket and proof of sufficient funds required. Tourist visa not required for a stay of up to 30 days. Business visa requires two application forms, two photos, company letter, bio-data and $10.25 fee (single entry) or $154.00 (multiple entry). AIDS test required for work and residency permits; U.S. test accepted. For longer stays and further information, contact the Embassy of Papua New Guinea, Suite 300, 1615 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 745-3680. |
| PARAGUAY | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to 90 days (extendable). AIDS test required for resident visas; U.S. test sometimes accepted. For additional information, consult the Embassy of Paraguay, 2400 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 483-6960. |
| PERU | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist stay up to 90 days, extendable after arrival. Tourists may need onward/return ticket. For official/diplomatic passport and other travel, visa required and must be obtained in advance. Business visa requires company letter stating purpose of trip and $27 fee. For further information, contact the Embassy of Peru, 1700 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 833-9860-9, or nearest Consulate: CA (213) 383-9896 or (415) 362-5185, FL (305) 374-1407, IL (312) 853-6173, NY (212) 644-2850, PR (809) 763-0679 or TX (713) 781-5000. |
| PHILIPPINES | Passport and onward/return ticket required. For entry by Manila International Airport, visa not required for transit/tourist stay up to 21 days. Visa required for longer stay, maximum of 59 days, one application form, one photo, no charge. Company letter needed for business visa. AIDS test required for permanent residency; U.S. test accepted. For more information, contact the Embassy of the Philippines, 1600 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 467-9300, or nearest Consulate General: CA (213) 387-5321 or (415) 433-6666, HI (808) 595-6316, IL (312) 332-6458, NY (212) 764-1330, TX (713) 621-8609 or WA (206) 441-1640. |
| POLAND | Passport (must be valid at least 12 months past date of entry) required. Visa not required for stay up to 90 days. Visitors must register at hotel or with local authorities within 48 hours after arrival. Check with the Embassy of the Republic of Poland (Consular Division), 2224 Wyoming Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 232-4517, or nearest Consulate General: Chicago, IL, 1530 Lakeshore Dr., 60610, (312) 337-8816, Los Angeles, CA, 3460 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1200, 90010, (213) 365-7900, or New York, NY, 233 Madison Avenue, 10016, (212) 889-8360. |
| PORTUGAL | (Includes travel to the Azores and Madeira islands.) Passport required. Visa not required for visit up to 60 days (extendable). For travel with pets and other information, consult the nearest Consulate: Washington., D.C. (202) 332-3007, CA (415) 346-3400, MA (617) 536-8740 or (508) 997-6151, NJ (201) 622-7300, NY (212) 246-4580 or RI (401) 272-2003. |
| QATAR | Passport and visa required. Single-entry visa $33; multiple-entry visa, valid three-six months for $60 fee or 12 months for $115 fee; transit visa $6. Visas require No Objection Certificate from Qatar Ministry of Interior, two application forms, two photos and SASE for return of passport by mail. Business visa must be obtained through sponsor in Qatar. AIDS test required for work and student visas; U.S. test accepted if within three months of visit. For specific information, contact the Embassy of the State of Qatar, Suite 1180, 600 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20037, (202) 338-0111. |
| REUNION | (See France.) |
| ROMANIA | Passport and visa required. Transit and tourist visa may be obtained at border in Romania or from the Romanian embassy or Consulate before departure. Transit visa for stay up to four days, single-entry $21 or double-entry $31. Tourist/business visa, single-entry, valid six months for stay up to 60 days, $31 (multiple-entry, $68). No application or photos needed. Provide SASE for return of passport by mail. Allow one to three days for processing. For additional information, consult the Embassy of Romania, 1607 23rd Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 232-4747-9, or the Consulate General, New York, (212) 682-9120, 9121, 9122. |
| RUSSIA | Passport and visa required. Tourist visa, no charge, requires one application form, three photos, confirmation from tourist agency in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and processing fee (visa processing fee is $20 for two weeks, $30 for one week, and $60 for three days processing time). Business visa requires one application, three photos, and letter of invitation from a CIS company. Multiple-entry business visa $120 plus processing fee. Fee paid by money order or company check only. AIDS test required for anyone staying over three months; U.S. test accepted. For additional information, contact the Consular Section of the Embassy of Russia, 1825 Phelps Place, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 939-8907, 8911 or 8913, or the nearest Consulate General: San Francisco (415) 202-9800 or Seattle (206) 728-1910. |
| RWANDA | The State Department warns U.S. citizens to defer travel to Rwanda. Sporadic fighting, poor communication, transportation and health services continue to make travel in Rwanda extremely difficult and dangerous. The U.S. embassy in Kigali can provide emergency services to U.S. citizens. Passport and visa required, plus evidence of yellow fever immunization. Airport visas are not available. There is also a departure tax. For more entry information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda, 1714 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 232-2882. U.S. citizens who plan to enter Rwanda are urged to register at the U.S. Embassy in Kigali, Boulevard de la Revolution, (250) 75601. |
| SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS |
Proof of U.S. citizenship, photo ID and onward/return ticket required for stay up to six months. AIDS test required for work permit, residency or student visas; U.S. test is accepted. For further information, consult the Embassy of St. Kitts and Nevis, 2501 M Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20037, (202) 833-3550, or Permanent Mission to the U.N., 414 East 75th Street, Fifth Floor, New York, NY 10021, (212) 535-1234. |
| SAINT LUCIA | Passport (or proof of U.S. citizenship and photo ID) and return/onward ticket required for stay up to six months. For additional information, contact the Embassy of Saint Lucia, 2100 M Street, N.W., Suite 309, Washington, D.C. 20037, (202) 463-7378/9, or Permanent Mission to the U.N., 820 Second Street, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10017, (212) 697-9360. |
| ST. MARTIN (Sint Maarten) |
(See West Indies, French, or Netherlands Antilles.) |
| ST. PIERRE | Proof of U.S. citizenship and photo ID required for visit up to three months. For specific information, consult the Embassy of France at (202) 944-6000. |
| SAINT VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES |
Proof of U.S. citizenship, photo ID, onward/return ticket and/or proof of sufficient funds required for tourist stay up to six months. For more information, consult the Embassy of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, 1717 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Suite 102, Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 462-7806 or 7846, or Consulate, 801 Second Avenue, 21st Floor, New York, NY 10017, (212) 687-4490. |
| SAN MARINO | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist stay up to three months. For additional information, contact the nearest Honorary Consulate of the Republic of San Marino: Washington 1899 L Street, N.W., Suite 500, Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 223-3517, Detroit (313) 528-1190 or New York (516) 242-2212. |
| SO TOME AND PRINCIPE | Passport and visa required. Tourist/business visa for visit up to two weeks, requires two application forms, two photos, yellow fever immunization card, letter stating purpose of travel and $15 fee (money orders only). Company letter is required for a business visa. Enclose prepaid envelope or postage for return of passport by certified or special delivery mail. Apply to the Permanent Mission of S"o Tome and Principe to the U.N., 122 East 42nd Street, Suite 1604, New York, NY 10168, (212) 697-4211. |
| SAUDI ARABIA | Passport and visa required. All Americans should exercise caution and be extremely vigilant at all times of their personal security and surroundings. Tourist visas are not available for travel to Saudi Arabia. Transit visa valid 24 hours for stay in airport, need onward/return ticket. Business visa requires $15 fee (money order only), one application form, one photo, company letter stating purpose of visit, invitation from Foreign Ministry in Saudi Arabia and SASE for return of passport by mail. Meningitis and cholera vaccinations are highly recommended. Medical report, including AIDS test, required for work permits; U.S. test accepted. For details and requirements for family visits, contact the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia, 601 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20037, (202) 342-3800, or nearest Consulate General: Los Angeles (213) 208-6566, New York (212) 752-2740 or Houston (713) 785-5577. |
| SCOTLAND | (See United Kingdom.) |
| SENEGAL | Passport required. Visa not needed for stay up to 90 days. U.S. citizens need onward/return ticket and yellow fever vaccination. For further information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Senegal, 2112 Wyoming Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 234-0540. |
| SERBIA AND MONTENEGRO |
Passport required. For further information, check with the Embassy of the Former Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro), 2410 California Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 462-6566. Note: U.S. citizens need a Treasury Department license in order to engage in any commercial transactions within Serbia and Montenegro. Before planning any travel to Serbia and Montenegro, U.S. citizens should contact the Licensing Division, Office of Foreign Assets Control, Department of the Treasury, 1331 G Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20220, (202) 622-2480. |
| SEYCHELLES | Passport, onward/return ticket and proof of sufficient funds required. Visa issued upon arrival for stay up to one month, no charge, extendable up to one year. Consult Permanent Mission of Seychelles to the U.N., 820 Second Avenue, Suite 203, New York, NY 10017, (212) 687-9766 for further information. |
| SIERRA LEONE | The State Department warns U.S. citizens to defer travel to Sierra Leone. Travel within the country is considered extremely hazardous. Passport and visa required. Cholera and yellow fever immunizations required and malarial suppressants recommended. Adult travelers (over age 16) must exchange $100 minimum upon arrival and declare other foreign currency on an exchange control form (M), certified and stamped at the port of entry. For further information, consult the Embassy of Sierra Leone, 1701 19th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 939-9261. |
| SINGAPORE | Passport and onward/return ticket required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to two weeks, extendable to three months maximum. AIDS test required for some work visas; U.S. test is not accepted. For additional information, contact the Embassy of Singapore, 3501 International Place, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 537-3100. |
| SLOVAK REPUBLIC | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to 30 days. For longer stays and other types of travel, contact the Embassy of the Slovak Republic, 2201 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Suite 380, Washington, D.C. 20007, (202) 965-5164. |
| SLOVENIA | Passport required. Visa not required for stay of up to 90 days. Additional information can be obtained from the Embassy of Slovenia, 1300 19th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 828-1650. |
| SOLOMON ISLANDS | Passport, onward/return ticket and proof of sufficient funds required. Visitors permit issued on arrival for stay up to two months in one-year period. For further information, consult the British Embassy at (202) 986-0205. |
| SOMALIA | Passport required. For further information, contact the Consulate of the Somali Democratic Republic in New York, (212) 688-9410. |
| SOUTH AFRICA | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist stay up to 90 days. Malarial suppressants are recommended. For business travel, a visa and company letter are required. For more information, contact the Embassy of South Africa, Attn: Consular Office, 3201 New Mexico Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20016, (202) 966-1650, or nearest Consulate: CA (310) 657-9200, IL (312) 939-7929 or NY (212) 213-4880. |
| SPAIN | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist stay up to six months. For additional information, check with the Embassy of Spain, 2700 15th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, (202) 265-0190/1, or nearest Consulate General: CA (415) 922-2995 or (213) 658-6050, FL (305) 446-5511, IL (312) 782-4588, LA (504) 525-4951, MA (617) 536-2506, NY (212) 355-4080, PR (809) 758-6090 or TX (713) 783-6200. |
| SRI LANKA | Passport, onward/return ticket and proof of sufficient funds ($15 per day) required. Tourist visa not required for stay up to 90 days. For business or travel on official/diplomatic passport, visa required and must be obtained in advance. Business visa valid one month; requires one application form, two photos, a company letter, a letter from sponsoring agency in Sri Lanka, a copy of an onward/return ticket and $5 fee. Include $6 postage for return of passport by registered mail. Yellow fever and cholera immunizations needed if arriving from infected area. For further information, contact the Embassy of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, 2148 Wyoming Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 483-4025, or nearest Consulate: CA (805) 323-8975 or (504) 362-3232, HI (808) 373-2040, NJ (201) 627-7855 or NY (212) 986-7040. |
| SUDAN | U.S. citizens are warned against all travel to Sudan because of violence within the country. The U.S. has suspended its diplomatic presence in Sudan. Emergency consular services are severely limited. Passport and visa required. Visa must be obtained in advance. Transit visa valid up to seven days; requires $50 fee (cash or money order), onward/return ticket and visa for next destination, if appropriate. Tourist/business visa for single entry up to three months (extendable), requires $50 fee, one application form, one photo, proof of sufficient funds for stay and SASE for return passport. Business visa requires company letter stating purpose of visit and invitation from Sudanese officials. Malarial suppressants and vaccinations for yellow fever, cholera, and meningitis recommended. Visas not granted to passports showing Israeli visas. Allow four weeks for processing. Travelers must declare currency upon arrival and departure. Check additional currency regulations for stays longer than two months. Travelers must register with police headquarters within three days of arrival and must reregister if they change their location. Curfews are strictly enforced and violators of curfews are arrested.Contact the Embassy of the Republic of the Sudan, 2210 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 338-8565 to 8570, or Consulate General, 210 East 49th Street, New York, NY 10017, (212) 421-2680. |
| SURINAME | Passport and visa required. Multiple-entry visa requires two application forms and two photos. Business visa requires letter from sponsoring company. For return of passport by mail, send $5 for registered mail or $9.95 for Express Mail. For additional requirements, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Suriname, Suite 108, 4301 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 244-7488 or 7490, or the Consulate: Miami (305) 593-2163. |
| SWAZILAND | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to 60 days. Temporary residence permit available in Mbabane for longer stay. Visitors must report to immigration authorities or police station within 48 hours unless lodging in a hotel. Yellow fever and cholera immunizations required if arriving from infected area, and anti-malarial treatment recommended. For further information, consult the Embassy of the Kingdom of Swaziland, 3400 International Drive, N.W., Suite 3M, Washington, D.C., (202) 362-6683. |
| SWEDEN | Valid passport required. Visa not required for stay up to three months. (Period begins when entering Scandinavian area: Finland, Norway, Denmark, Iceland.) For further information, check the Embassy of Sweden, Suite 1200, 600 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20037, (202) 944-5600, or nearest Consulate General: Los Angeles (310) 575-3383 or New York (212) 751-5900. |
| SWITZERLAND | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to three months. For further information, contact the Embassy of Switzerland, 2900 Cathedral Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 745-7900, or nearest Consulate General: CA (310) 575-1145 or (415) 788-2272, GA (404) 870-2000, IL (312) 915-0061, NY (212) 758-2560 or TX (713) 650-0000. |
| SYRIA | Passport and visa required. Obtain visa in advance. Single-entry visa valid six months, or double-entry for three months, $15; multiple-entry visa valid six months, $30. Submit two application forms, two photos (signed) and fee (payment must be money order only). Enclose prepaid envelope (with correct postage) for return of passport by mail. AIDS test required for students and others staying over one year; U.S. test sometimes accepted. For group visas and other information, contact the Embassy of the Syrian Arab Republic, 2215 Wyoming Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 232-6313. |
| TAHITI | (See French Polynesia.) |
| TAIWAN | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to five days. AIDS test mandatory for anyone staying over three months; U.S. test sometimes accepted. For business travel, longer stays or other information, contact the Coordination Council for North American Affairs (CCNAA), 4201 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20016-2137, (202) 895-1800. Additional offices are in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Guam, Honolulu, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Francisco, and Seattle. |
| TAJIKISTAN | Passport and visa required. In the U.S., visas for Tajikistan are issued by the Russian Embassy, Consular Division, 1825 Phelps Place N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 939-8907, or the Russian Consulates in New York, San Francisco or Seattle. Tajik visas granted by these offices are valid for a stay of five days in Tajikistan. These visas are also valid in other Commonwealth of Independent States for five days, except in Uzbekistan, where they are valid for three days only for transiting to another country. If travelers plan a longer stay, they may apply at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for a longer visa. The U.S. embassy provides a full range of consular services to Americans but is very limited in services it can provide outside Dushanbe.Tourist facilities within the country are limited, and many goods and services are unavailable. Tajikistan is a cash-only economy, and international banking services are not available. Credit cards and traveler's checks are not accepted, and travel with large amounts of cash is dangerous. |
| TANZANIA | Passport and visa required. Obtain visa before departure. Visas for mainland Tanzania are valid for Zanzibar. Tourist visa (valid six months from date of issuance) for one entry up to 30 days may be extended after arrival. Requires one application, one form and $10.50 fee (no personal checks). Enclose prepaid envelope for return of passport by certified or registered mail. Yellow fever and cholera immunizations recommended (required if arriving from infected area), and malarial suppressants advised. Allow one month for processing. For business visa and other information, consult the Embassy of the United Republic of Tanzania, 2139 R Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 939-6125, or Tanzanian Permanent Mission to the U.N., 205 East 42nd Street, 13th Floor, New York, NY 10017, (212) 972-9160. |
| THAILAND | Passport and onward/return ticket required. Visa not needed for stay up to 15 days if arrive and depart from Don Muang Airport in Bangkok. For longer stays, obtain visa in advance. Transit visa for stay up to 30 days, $10 fee; tourist visa for stay up to 60 days, $15 fee. For business visa valid up to 90 days, need $20 fee and company letter stating purpose of visit. Submit one application form, two photos and postage for return of passport by mail. Apply to the Embassy of Thailand, 2300 Kalorama Road, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 234-5052, or nearest Consulate General: CA (213) 937-1894, IL (312) 236-2447 or NY (212) 754-1770. |
| TOGO | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to three months. Americans travelling in remote areas in Togo occasionally require visas. Yellow fever and cholera vaccinations are required. Check further information with the Embassy of the Republic of Togo, 2208 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 234-4212/3. |
| TONGA | Passport and onward/return ticket required. Visa not required for stay up to 30 days. For additional information, consult the Consulate General of Tonga, 360 Post Street, Suite 604, San Francisco, CA 94108, (415) 781-0365. |
| TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to three months. Business visa requires passport and company letter. For further information, consult the Embassy of Trinidad and Tobago, 1708 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 467-6490, or nearest Consulate in New York, (212) 682-7272. |
| TUNISIA | Passport and onward/return ticket required. Visas not required for tourist/business stay up to four months. For further information, consult the Embassy of Tunisia, 1515 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20005, (202) 862-1850, or nearest Consulate: San Francisco (415) 922-9222 or New York (212) 272-6962. |
| TURKEY | Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay up to three months. For other travel, visa required and must be obtained in advance. For further information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey, 1714 Massachusettes Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 659-0742, or nearest Consulate: CA (213) 937-0118, IL (312) 263-0644, NY (212) 949-0160 or TX (713) 622-5849. |
| TURKMENISTAN | Passport and visa required. At the time of publication, visa issuances are being handled by the Russian Consulate. The visa process must be initiated in Turkmenistan by the sponsoring agency or by the travel agent involved; no visa request is initiated at the Russian Consulate. Visas are not issued until an approval cable arrives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Turkmenistan to the Russian Consulate. |
| TURKS AND CAICOS | (See West Indies, British.) |
| TUVALU | Passport and onward/return ticket and proof of sufficient funds required. Visitors permit issued on arrival. For further information, consult the British Embassy, (202) 986-0205. |
| UGANDA | U.S. citizens should avoid travel to northern Uganda as it is extremely dangerous. Travel to Murchison Falls National Park north of the Victoria Nile is not recommended. Passport required. Immunization certificates for yellow fever and cholera are required (typhoid and malaria suppressants recommended). For business visa and other information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Uganda, 5909 16th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20011, (202) 726-7100-02, or Permanent Mission to the U.N., (212) 949-0110. |
| UKRAINE | Passport and visa required. Visas may be obtained at the Ukraine Embassy in the U.S. (visas limited to three days may be obtained at airports in Ukraine, or at any border crossing point). Visa requires one form, one photo and $30-100 fee, depending upon processing time (company check or money order only). AIDS test may be required for anyone staying over three months. U.S. test is sometimes accepted. For additional information, contact the Embassy of Ukraine, 3350 M Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007, (202) 333-7507, or the nearest Consulate: IL (312) 384-6632 or NY (212) 505-1409. |
| UNITED ARAB EMIRATES | Passport and visa required. Tourist visa must be obtained by relative/sponsor in UAE, and sponsor must meet visitor at airport. Business visas issued only by embassy, and require company letter and sponsor in UAE to send a fax or telex to embassy confirming trip. Single-entry visa valid two months for stay up to 30 days, $18 fee. Multiple-entry visa (for business only), valid six months from date of issue for maximum stay of 30 days per entry, $225 fee, paid by cash, money order or certified check. Submit two application forms, two photo and prepaid envelope for return of passport by certified/registered mail. AIDS test required for work or residence permits; testing must be performed upon arrival; U.S. test not accepted. For further information, contact the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates, Suite 740, 600 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20037, (202) 338-6500. |
| UNITED KINGDOM (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales) |
Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to six months. AIDS test required for anyone staying over six months and for resident and work visas; U.S. test usually accepted. For additional information, consult the Consular Section of the British Embassy, 19 Observatory Circle, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 986-0205, or nearest Consulate General: CA (310) 477-3322, GA (404) 524-5856, IL (312) 346-1810, MA (617) 437-7160, NY (212) 752-8400, OH (216) 621-7674 or TX (713) 659-6210. |
| URUGUAY | Passport required. Visa not required for stay up to three months. For additional information, consult the Embassy of Uruguay, 1918 F Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 331-1313-6, or nearest Consulate: CA (213) 394-5777, FL (305) 358-9350, IL (312) 236-3366, LA (504) 525-8354 or NY (212) 753-8191/2. |
| UZBEKISTAN | Passport and visa required. Apply to the Uzbekistan Consulate, 866 United Nations Plaza, Suite 326, New York, NY 10017, (212) 486-7570. |
| VANUATU | Passport and onward/return ticket required. Visa not required for stay up to 30 days. For further information, consult the British Embassy at (202) 986-0205. |
| VATICAN | (See Holy See.) |
| VENEZUELA | Passport and tourist card required. Tourist card can be obtained from airlines serving Venezuela, no charge, valid 60 days, cannot be extended. Multiple-entry visa valid up to one year; extendable; available from any Venezuelan consulate; requires $30 fee (money order or company check), one application form, one photo, onward/return ticket, proof of sufficient funds and certification of employment. For business visa, need letter from company stating purpose of trip, responsibility for traveler, name and address of companies to be visited in Venezuela and $60 fee. All travelers must pay departure tax ($12) at airport. Business travelers must present a Declaration of Income Tax in the Ministerio de Hacienda (Treasury Department). For additional information, contact the Consular Section of the Embassy of Venezuela, 1099 30th Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20007, (202) 342-2214, or the nearest Consulate: CA (415) 512-8340, FL (305) 577-3834, IL (312) 236-9655, LA (504) 522-3284, MA (617) 266-9355, NY (212) 826-1660, PR (809) 766-4250 or TX (713) 961-5141. |
| VIETNAM | Passport and visa required. Tourist visa, valid 30 days, requires application form(s), two photos and $90 fee. Allow at least three weeks for processing. (Visas are not being issued in the U.S. at this time. You must apply in a country that maintains diplomatic relations with Vietnam.) For other types of travel and more information, contact the Vietnamese Permanent Mission to the U.N., 20 Waterside Plaza, New York, NY 10010, (212) 679-3779. |
| VIRGIN ISLANDS, (British) | Islands include Anegarda, Jost van Dyke, Tortola and Virgin Gorda. Proof of U.S. citizenship, photo ID, onward/return ticket and sufficient funds required for tourist stay up to three months. AIDS test required for residency or work; U.S. test accepted. Consult the British Embassy for further information at (202) 986-0205. |
| WALES | (See United Kingdom.) |
| WEST INDIES, (British) |
Islands include Anguilla, Montserrat, Cayman Islands, Turks and Caicos. Proof of U.S. citizenship, photo ID, onward/return ticket and sufficient funds required for tourist stay up to three months. AIDS test required for residency or work; U.S. test accepted. Consult the British Embassy for further information at (202) 986-0205. |
| WEST INDIES, (French) | Islands include Guadeloupe, Isles des Saintes, La Desirade, Marie Galante, Saint BarthÈlÈmy, St. Martin and Martinique. Proof of U.S. citizenship and photo ID required for visit up to three weeks. (For stays longer than three weeks, a passport is required.) No visa required for stay up to three months. For further information, consult the Embassy of France at (202) 944-6200/6215. |
| WESTERN SAMOA | Passport and onward/return ticket required. Visa not required for stay up to 30 days. For longer stays, contact the Western Samoa Mission to the U.N., 820 2nd Avenue, Suite 800, New York, NY, (212) 599-6196. |
| YEMEN, REPUBLIC OF |
Passport and visa required. Visa valid 30 days from date of issuance for single entry; requires one application form and two photos. For tourist visa, need proof of onward/return transportation and employment and $20 fee. Visitors visa requires letter of invitation and $20 fee. Business visa requires $20 and company letter stating purpose of trip. Payment by money order only, and include postage for return of passport by registered mail. Entry not granted to passports showing Israeli or South African visas. Yellow fever and cholera vaccinations and malaria suppressants recommended. Check information with the Embassy of the Republic Yemen, Suite 705, 2600 Virginia Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20037, (202) 965-4760, or Yemen Mission to the U.N., 866 United Nations Plaza, Room 435, New York, NY 10017, (212) 355-1730. |
| ZAIRE | Passport and visa required. Visa must be obtained before arrival. Transit visa for stay up to eight days, single-entry $45, double-entry $70. Tourist/business visa, valid one month $75-120, two months $140-180, three months $190-220 and six months $264-360; requires three photos, three applications, yellow fever immunization and onward/return ticket. Business visa also requires company letter accepting financial responsibility for traveler. No personal checks; send money order and enclose SASE |