Americans are once again back on the move. After many countries were stuck in an endless time loop of restrictions and social curbs, they are finally letting Americans back in – and at an incredibly fast pace.

During the pandemic, traveling as an American was a very difficult challenge. Foreign countries deemed Americans as risky travelers due to the widespread of the Covid-19 infection but have since lessened restrictions dramatically. Currently 186 countries welcome Americans visa-free, or with visas upon arrival.

While your entry may be visa-free, that does not necessarily equate to restriction-free entry. However, that does mean that U.S. passport holders are no longer subjected to the lengthy visa application process. When traveling to these destinations, U.S. passport holders now only generally need a valid passport and any subsequent health documentation required by the country.

Many travelers may not know this, but all passports are not created equally. While certain countries have pre-existing arrangements with other countries to allow their citizens to freely enter and travel about, certain nationalities who are not covered by these agreements, face restrictions.

For comparison sake, out of 195 countries, Americans can enter 186 of them visa-free, effectively making the U.S. passport one of the most powerful in the world. On the other hand, out of those same 195 countries, Iraqi citizens can only enter 28 countries visa-free. Making the Iraqi passport one of the weakest in the world.

Now, what you’re really here for. Where can Americans visit visa-free?

Europe

With very few exceptions – notably Russia and Belarus – Americans can travel throughout Europe with much ease. So whether you’re ready to fall in love in the streets of Paris or eat and drink your way through Italy, all you would need is your passport.

Visa-Free Countries Americans Can Visit in Europe:

Albania

Andorra

Austria

Belgium

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bulgaris

Croatia

Cyprus

Czech Republic

Denmark

Estonia

Faroe Islands

Finland

France

Georgia

Germany

Gibraltar

Greece

Greenland

Hungary

Iceland

Ireland

Italy

Kosovo

LAtvia

Liechtenstein

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Malta

Moldova

Monaco

Montenegro

Netherlands

North Macedonia

Norway

Poland

Portugal

Romania

San Marino

Serbia

Slovakia

Slovenia

Spain

Sweden

Switzerland

Ukraine

United Kingdom

Vatican City

The Caribbean

This is definitely one place that I know I can’t wait to get back to. Of the 24 Caribbean island countries, Americans can enter them all visa-free. Whether you’re wanting to visit the crystal clear beaches of Turks and Caicos or explore the vibrant colored streets of Curaçao, the Caribbean awaits your arrival.

Visa-Free Countries Americans Can Visit in The Caribbean:

Anguilla

Antigua and Barbuda

Aruba

Bahamas

Barbados

Bonaire

British Virgin Islands

Cayman Islands

Curaçao

Dominica

Dominican Republic

French West Indies

Grenada

Haiti

Jamaica

Montserrat

St. Kitts and Nevis

St. Lucia

St. Maarten

St. Vincent and the Grenadines

Trinidad and Tobago

Turks and Caicos

The Americas

Comprising of North, South and Central America, this region is certainly a vast continent where we have seen a massive influx of citizens from other countries migrate to. One could even argue that based on its sheer size and demographics, The Americas may be the most culturally diverse country in the world.

Luckily, of the 22 countries in this region, U.S. Citizens can visit 21 of them visa-free. Even with Bolivia being the exception, a visa, generally speaking, can be granted upon arrival for a fee.

Visa-Free Countries Americans Can Visit in The Americas:

Argentina

Belize

Bermuda

Brazil

Canada

Chile

Colombia

Costa Rica

Ecuador

El Salvador

Falkland Islands

French Guiana

Guatemala

Guyana

Honduras

Mexico

Nicaragua

Panama

Paraguay

Peru

Uruguay

Asia

During the pandemic, Asia was well-known for its strict – and quite possibly over excessive – Covid policies. Despite this, Asia still offers one of the unique experiences visitors can have.

As it stands now, most Asian countries still have complex travel rules.

Visa-Free Countries Americans Can Visit in Asia:

Brunei

Hong Kong

Indonesia

Kazakhstan

Kyrgyzstan

Macao

Malaysia

Mongolia

Philippines

Singapore

South Korea

Taiwan

Thailand

Uzbekistan

*Cambodia, Laos, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka are Asian countries requiring visas on arrival only

Middle East

Unlike is its bordering neighbor Asia, the Middle East has fairly laxed entry for American citizens. Out of the 12 countries that make up this region, U.S. citizens are allowed visa-free entry into seven, while the remaining five countries can be entered by obtaining a visa upon arrival.

Visa-Free Countries Americans Can Visit in The Middle East:

Armenia

Iraq

Israel

Oman

Palestine

Qatar

United Arab Emirates

*Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon and Saudi Arabia are Middle Eastern countries requiring visas on arrival only

Oceania

While this is definitely one of the most remote places to fly to, Oceania is definitely a must experience place for travelers – especially beach lovers – in their lifetime.

Most countries here offer visa-free entry to Americans and those that do not, offer visas upon arrival. In the case of Australia and New Zealand, you must still apply for a Travel Authorization in advance. This is NOT a visa but is necessary to enter and can be done online and approve in as little as 10 minutes.

Visa-Free Countries Americans Can Visit in Oceania:

American Samoa

Australia

Cook Islands

Fiji

French Polynesia

Guam

Kiribati

Marshall Islands

Micronesia

New Caledonia

New Zealand

Niue

Northern Mariana Islands

Palau Islands

Vanuatu

*Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands and Tonga and Tuvalu are countries requiring visas on arrival only

Africa

The motherland for myself and so many of my contemporaries. While Africa is depicted in so many various ways in the media, I would implore you to check it out yourself before you pass judgment.

Visa-Free Countries Americans Can Visit in Africa:

Botswana

Central African Republic

Equatorial Guinea

Eswatini

Lesotho

Mauritius

Mayotte

Morocco

Namibia

Reunion

Sao Tome and Principe

Senegal

South Africa

Tunisia

*Burkina Faso, Cape Verde Islands, Comoro Islands, Egypt, Ethiopia, Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritania, Mozambique, Rwanda, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, St. Helena, Tanzania, The Gambia, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe are African countries requires visas on arrival only

Bottom Line

Many countries have opened back up, allowing U.S. passport holders to enter visa-free. However, it is still important that you stay up to date with any other rules and health regulations for countries. If ever in doubt, check here to learn more about your travel destination.

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186 Visa-Free Countries Americans Can Visit