How to travel 49 countries VISA-FREE with a US visa [2021 edition]

Yes, you read it correctly. Travel 49 countries and territories VISA-FREE with US visa.

I always encourage travelers from developing countries to get a US visa at some point. It opens up doors to many other countries. More and more countries are offering visa exemption with a valid US visa. This list is growing fast.

If you are worried that the VISA-FREE list for your passport is just too small, then get a US visa. It will add about 49 countries to your VISA-FREE list. This is how you give more “power” to your “powerless” passport.

Why do countries offer visa exemption to US visa holders
Which US visas are eligible
North America
Central America
Caribbean
South America
Europe
Middle East
Africa
- 43. São Tomé and Príncipe
Asia
Conclusion

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Why do countries offer visa exemption to US visa holders?

Reason 1: Strict screening
US visa application has a very strict screening process. US visa is also one of the most difficult visas to get. If you have a US visa, then you were screened pretty well already. Meaning, you do not have a criminal history or any illegal immigration intentions.

Reason 2: Strong ties to your home country
US visa application also makes sure you have strong ties to your home country. This is to avoid illegal immigration. If you were to stay illegally anywhere, you could have stayed illegally in the US itself. So, having a US visa reassures them that you have no intention of remaining in their country illegally.

Reason 3: Financial reasons
Developing countries do not have the infrastructure or the money to screen the applicants. If you were already screened by a country like the USA, there is no need to screen you again. In order to have a screening process that is as foolproof as the US, it costs a good chunk of money.

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Which US visas are eligible?

Depending on the country, any of the below US visas can be used.

US Tourist/Business Visa (B1, B2, B1/B2)
US Work Visa (H1, L1)
US Study Visa (F1, J1)
US Transit/Crew member Visa (C1, D, C1/D)
US Residence Permit (Green card)

Refer to each country below for permitted US visa types. Some countries require the US visa to be multiple-entry and have been used at least once to travel to the US.

So, without further ado, let’s get started.

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North America

Travel Countries VISA-FREE with US visa - Mexico Chichenitza — Chichén Itzá, Yucatan, Mexico

01. Canada

Eligible nationalties: Brazil passport holders only
Permitted visas: Valid used/unused multiple-entry non-immigrant US visas – B1, B2, B1/B2, F1, J1, H1 and L1 only
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card (applies to all nationalities)
Entry granted: 180 days
Entry rules:
- Visa is EXEMPT but must apply for Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before arrival
- Applicable to air travel only
Original Sources:
- Government of Canada Immigration and Citizenship

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02. Mexico

Eligible nationalties: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 180 days
Entry rules:
- US visa or green card must be valid for the entire stay in Mexico
- Passport must be valid for the entire stay in Mexico
Original Sources:

Personal experience: I have entered Mexico many times by air, land and sea with my India passport and US visa. Some times I was asked how long I’ll stay in Mexico. I was always given a 180-day entry.

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03. United States (of course!)

Includes the US territories: US Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Northern Mariana Islands, and Guam
Excludes the US territories: American Samoa (American Samoa has it’s own immigration rules and do not honor US visa)

Personal experience: I have lived/worked in the US on an H1B visa for more than 8 years. I have also entered the US on my B1/B2 visa many times. I was always given a 6-month entry.

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Central America

Travel Countries VISA-FREE with US visa - Costa Rica Jaco Beach — Jacó Beach, Jacó, Costa Rica

04. Belize

Eligible nationalties: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 30 days
Original Sources:
- Belize.com
- Belize High Commission in London

Personal experience: I have entered Belize from Mexico by sea with my India passport and US visa. The immigration procedure at the port took about 5 minutes. I was asked how long I’ll stay in Belize. I was given a 30-day entry.

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05. Costa Rica

Eligible nationalties: All nationalities
Permitted visas: Valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas – B1, B2, B1/B2, C1/D, D, F1, J1, H1 and L1 only
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- B1, B2, B1/B2, C1/D and D visas must be valid for at least 30 days from the day of arrival
- F1, J1, H1, L1 and green card must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival
Original Sources:
- Embassy of Costa Rica in Washington DC, USA
- Immigration and Foreign Affairs of Costa Rica

Personal experience: I have entered Costa Rica at San Jose international airport with my India passport and US visa. The immigration procedure at the airport was quick. I was given a 30-day entry.

I have also entered Costa Rica from Nicaragua by land with my India passport and US visa. Immigration procedures at the land border took about 10 minutes due to long lines. I was asked to show my hotel reservation. I was given a 30-day entry.

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06. El Salvador

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Azerbaijan
- Belarus
- Benin
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cape Verde
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- China
- Comoros
- Cote d’Ivoire
- Djibouti
- Dominica
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Grenada
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Guyana
- India
- Jamaica
- Kazakhstan
- Kiribati
- Kyrgyzstan
- Lesotho
- Malawi
- Maldives
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Micronesia
- Moldova
- Montenegro
- Morocco
- Myanmar
- Namibia
- Nauru
- Niger
- Palau
- Papua New Guinea
- Philippines
- Rwanda
- Samoa
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- South Sudan
- Suriname
- Swaziland
- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Togo
- Tonga
- Tunisia
- Turkmenistan
- Uganda
- Uzbekistan
- Zambia
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 90 days total in the entire CA-4 zone (Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua)
Entry rules:
- An entry fee of $10 USD will be charged if entering by air
- If you have already entered Guatemala or Honduras, you can enter El Salvador from Guatemala or Honduras by land without any additional visa requirements as per CA-4 Border Control Agreement
Original sources:
- IATA Travel Centre
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of El Salvador on CA-4

Personal experience: I have entered El Salvador from Guatemala by land with my India passport and US visa. There are no immigration checkpoints at El Salvador and Guatemala land borders. No entry stamp was issued.

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07. Guatemala

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Azerbaijan
- Belarus
- Benin
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cape Verde
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Cote d’Ivoire
- Djibouti
- Dominica
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Grenada
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Guyana
- India
- Jamaica
- Kazakhstan
- Kiribati
- Kyrgyzstan
- Lesotho
- Malawi
- Maldives
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Micronesia
- Moldova
- Montenegro
- Morocco
- Myanmar
- Namibia
- Nauru
- Niger
- Palau
- Papua New Guinea
- Philippines
- Rwanda
- Samoa
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- South Sudan
- Suriname
- Swaziland
- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Togo
- Tonga
- Tunisia
- Turkmenistan
- Uganda
- Uzbekistan
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 90 days total in the entire CA-4 zone (Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua)
Entry rules:
- If you have already entered Honduras or El Salvador, you can enter Guatemala from Honduras or El Salvador by land without any additional visa requirements as per CA-4 Border Control Agreement.
Original sources:

Personal Experience: I have entered Guatemala from Mexico by land with my India passport and US visa. It took about 10 minutes at immigration. They had to look up the visa requirements to verify if I am eligible to enter on my US visa. I was asked to pay 20 MXN as an entry fee even though there is no official entry fee. Probably a bribe.

I have also entered Guatemala from Honduras by land with my India passport and US visa. It only took a couple of minutes at immigration. No entry fee.

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08. Honduras

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Azerbaijan
- Belarus
- Benin
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cape Verde
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- China
- Comoros
- Cote d’Ivoire
- Djibouti
- Dominica
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Grenada
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Guyana
- Hong Kong
- India
- Jamaica
- Kazakhstan
- Kiribati
- Kyrgyzstan
- Lesotho
- Macau
- Malawi
- Maldives
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Micronesia
- Moldova
- Montenegro
- Morocco
- Myanmar
- Namibia
- Nauru
- Niger
- Palau
- Papua New Guinea
- Philippines
- Rwanda
- Samoa
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- South Sudan
- Suriname
- Swaziland
- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Togo
- Tonga
- Tunisia
- Turkmenistan
- Uganda
- Uzbekistan
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 90 days total in the entire CA-4 zone (Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua)
Entry rules:
- US visa or green card must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival
- If you have already entered Guatemala or El Salvador, you can enter Honduras from Guatemala or El Salvador by land without any additional visa requirements as per CA-4 Border Control Agreement.
Original sources:
- IATA Travel Centre
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of El Salvador on CA-4

Personal experience: I have entered Honduras from Guatemala by land using my India passport and US visa. I was asked where I’m going and how long I’ll stay in Honduras. I had to pay 30 GTQ entry fee and give my fingerprints. The immigration process took about 5 minutes.

I have also entered Honduras from El Salvador by land using my India passport and US visa. I was asked where I’m going and how long I’ll stay in Honduras. I had to pay a $3 USD entry fee and give my fingerprints. The immigration process took about 15 minutes due to several people on a Tica bus.

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09. Nicaragua

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Afghanistan
- Albania
- Armenia
- Bangladesh
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Cameroon
- Congo, Dem Rep of
- Congo, Rep of
- Eritrea
- Haiti
- India
- Iraq
- Kenya
- Laos
- Liberia
- Libya
- Mali
- Mongolia
- Nepal
- Nigeria
- Pakistan
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- Sri Lanka
- Sudan
- Syria
- Timor-Leste
- Yemen
- Vietnam
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- Visa is NOT EXEMPT, but are eligible to obtain Visa ON ARRIVAL (VOA)
- VOA fee is $50 USD, payable in USD, valid for 30 days, single-entry only
- Besides VOA fee, there is $10 USD entry fee, $2 USD land border migration fee (for land border only) and $1 USD municipality tax (for land border only) (payable in USD only)
Original sources:
- IATA Travel Centre
- Email response from the consulate of Nicaragua in Washington DC – “Si tiene visa vigente de USA valida y pasaporte más de seis meses, puede viajar y el Pasaje ida y vuelta y dirección en Nicaragua. La visa al entrar a Nicaragua se la darán por un mes, el cual si quiere estar más tiempo tiene que solicitar a la Dirección General de Migración y Extranjería.”

Personal experience: I have entered Nicaragua by land from Honduras using my India passport and US visa. I was asked about my profession and monthly income. I had to pay a total of $63 USD ($50 USD VOA fee, $10 USD entry fee, $2 USD land border migration fee, $1 USD municipality tax) to enter. The immigration process was slow and it took about 45 minutes.

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10. Panama

Eligible nationalties: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 90 days
Entry rules:
- US visa must have been used at least once to enter the US before
- US visa must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival
- Passport must be valid for at least 3 months from the day of arrival
- Must show proof of economic solvency for a minimum of $500 USD
Original sources:
- Embassy of Panama in the USA
- Consulate of Panama in Toronto, Canada

Personal experience: I have entered Panama at Panama City international airport with my India passport and US visa. The immigration process took about 5 minutes. I was given a 90-day entry.

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Caribbean

Beach of Catalina Island in Dominican Republic | Photo: depositphotos

11. Anguilla (British Territory)

Eligible nationalties: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 90 days
Original sources:
- Anguilla Tourist Board, entry requirements
- Anguilla Tourist Board, immigration policy

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12. Antigua and Barbuda

Eligible nationalties: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- Visa is NOT EXEMPT, but are eligible to obtain Visa ON ARRIVAL (VOA)
- VOA fee is $100 USD, valid for 30 days, single-entry only
- US visa must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival
Original sources:
- Department of Immigration, Antigua and Barbuda
- Consulate General of Antigua and Barbuda in NYC, USA

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13. Aruba

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Bolivia
- China
- Cuba
- Dominican Republic
- Haiti
- India
- Jamaica
- Peru
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card (applies to all nationalities)
Entry granted: 30 days
Original sources:
- Visit Aruba
- Aruba.com

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14. Bahamas

Eligible nationalties: India passport holders only
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card (applies to all nationalities)
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- If traveling directly from the US, the US green card must be valid for at least 3 months from the day of arrival (this rule doesn’t apply to US visas)
- If not traveling directly from the US, the US green card must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival (this rule doesn’t apply to US visas)
Original sources:
- Bahamas.com
- Nassau Paradise Island

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15. Bermuda (British Territory)

Eligible nationalties: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- US visa or green card must be valid for a minimum of 45 days beyond the date of departure from Bermuda
Original sources:
- Bermuda Attractions
- Government of Bermuda

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16. Bonaire (Dutch Terrotory)

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Bolivia
- China
- Cuba
- Dominican Republic
- Guyana
- Haiti
- India
- Jamaica
- Peru
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card (applies to all nationalities)
Entry granted: 90 days
Original sources:
- The Netherlands and You
- Bonaire Travel Guide

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17. British Virgin Islands (British Territory)

Eligible nationalties: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: None
Entry granted: 180 days
Entry rules:
- US visa must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival (OR)
- US visa must have been used to enter the US before
Original sources:
- British Virgin Islands Tourism

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18. Cayman Islands (British Territory)

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- China
- India
- Jamaica
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card (applies to all nationalities)
Entry granted: 90 days
Entry rules:
- Must arrive directly from the US
Original sources:
- Cayman Islands Immigration Department

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19. Cuba

Eligible nationalties: All nationalities
Permitted visas: Valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas – B1, B2, B1/B2, F1, J1, H1 and L1 only
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- Must hold the Tourist Card (Tarjeta del Turista), which can be obtained from (a) Cuban Embassies and Consulates, (b) Authorized Airlines at the time of check-in or (c) Travel Agencies specialized in Cuba tours
Original sources:
- IATA Travel Centre

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20. Curaçao

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Bolivia
- China
- Cuba
- Dominican Republic
- Haiti
- India
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card (applies to all nationalities)
Entry granted: 30 days
Original sources:
- Curaçao Tourism
- Netherlands and You

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21. Dominican Republic

Eligible nationalties: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- If arriving by land or sea, must purchase a Tourist Card on arrival for $10 USD. If arriving by air, the tourist card is included in the airfare.
- Passport must be valid from at least 6 months from the day of arrival
Original sources:

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22. Haiti

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Colombia
- Dominican Republic
- Panama
- Cuba
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: None
Entry granted: 90 days
Entry rules:
- A tourist fee of $10 USD must be paid on arrival at the airport
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival
Original sources:
- IATA Travel Centre

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23. Jamaica

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Albania
- Belarus
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Dominican Republic
- Honduras
- Kazakhstan
- Macedonia
- Moldova
- Montenegro
- Romania
- Serbia
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card (applies to all nationalities)
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- US visa must be valid for at least 30 days from the day of arrival
Original sources:
- Jamaica Immigration Department
- Consulate General of Jamaica in NYC

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24. Sint Maarten

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Bolivia
- China
- Colombia
- Cuba
- Dominican Republic
- Guyana
- Haiti
- India
- Jamaica
- Peru
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card (applies to all nationalities)
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- US visa must be valid for at least 30 days from the day of arrival
Original sources:
- Government of Sint Maarten

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25. Turks and Caicos (British Territory)

Eligible nationalties: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 90 days
Original sources:
- Ministry of Border Control of Turks and Caicos
- Visit Turks and Caicos Islands

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South America

Travel Countries VISA-FREE with US visa - Colombia Bogota — Plaza de Bolívar, Bogotá, Colombia

26. Argentina

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Albania
- Angola
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Bahamas
- Bahrain
- Belize
- Benin
- Bhutan
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Brunei
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Cape Verde
- Central African Republic
- China
- Congo, Dem Rep of
- Congo, Rep of
- Cuba
- Djibouti
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Eswatini
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- India
- Indonesia
- Ivory Coast
- Kenya
- Kiribati
- Laos
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Maldives
- Marshall Islands
- Mauritius
- Moldova
- Mozambique
- Myanmar
- Namibia
- Nauru
- Nepal
- Niger
- Oman
- Palau
- Papua New Guinea
- Philippines
- Rwanda
- Samoa
- São Tomé And Príncipe
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Solomon Islands
- Taiwan
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tonga
- Tuvalu
- Uganda
- Vanuatu
- Vietnam
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Permitted visas: Valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas – B1, B2, B1/B2, J1 and H1B only
Permitted resident permits: None
Entry granted: 90 days
Entry rules:
- Visa is NOT EXEMPT, but are eligible to apply for Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) prior to arrival
- eTA fee is $50 USD, the processing time is 20 working days, valid for 3 months, multiple-entry
- US visa must be valid for at least 3 months from the day of arrival
Original sources:
- Department of Immigration of Argentina
- Consulate General of Argentina in Toronto, Canada

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27. Chile

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- China
- Dominican Republic
- India
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas, except C1 (transit)
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 90 days
Entry rules:
- US visa must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival
Original sources:
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Chile

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28. Colombia

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Cambodia
- China
- India
- Myanmar
- Thailand
- Vietnam
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas, except C1 (transit)
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 90 days
Entry rules:
- US visa must be valid for at least 180 days from the day of arrival
Original sources:
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia

Personal experience: I have entered Colombia at Bogota international airport with my India passport and US visa. The immigration procedure at the airport was quick. Numbers of days were not marked on my passport but I figured that it’s a standard 90 days.

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29. Peru

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- China
- India
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 180 days
Entry rules:
- US visa must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival
Original sources:
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Peru
- Embassy of India in Lima, Peru

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Europe

Signagi in Kakheti Region of Georgia | Photo: depositphotos

30. Albania

Eligible nationalities: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 90 days
Entry rules:
- US visa must have been used at least once to enter the US before
Original sources:
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Albania

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31. Bosnia and Herzegovina

Eligible nationalities: All nationalities, except Kosovo
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- US visa must be valid for at least 30 days from the day of arrival
Original sources:
- Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in India
- Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Norway

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32. Georgia

Eligible nationalities: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 90 days
Entry rules:
- US visa must be valid on the day of arrival in Georgia
- Total duration of consecutive stays must not exceed 90 days in any 180 day period
Original sources:
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia

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33. Montenegro

Eligible nationalities: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- US visa must be valid for the intended period of the stay
Original sources:
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Montenegro
- Consulate of Montenegro in India

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34. North Macedonia

Eligible nationalities: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: None
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- US visa must be valid for at least 5 days beyond the intended period of stay
- Total duration of consecutive stays must not exceed 3 months in any 6 months period
Original sources:
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of North Macedonia

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35. Serbia

Eligible nationalities: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 90 days
Entry rules:
- US visa must be valid for the entire duration of the stay
- Total duration of consecutive stays must not exceed 90 days in any 180 day period
Original sources:
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Serbia

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36. Turkey

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Afghanistan
- Angola
- Bangladesh
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cameroon
- Cape Verde
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Cote d’Ivoire
- Congo, Dem. Rep, of
- Congo, Rep. of
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- India
- Iraq
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mozambique
- Nepal
- Niger
- Nigeria
- North Korea
- Pakistan
- Palestine
- Philippines
- Rwanda
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- Sri Lanka
- Sudan
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Uganda
- Vietnam
- Yemen
- Zimbabwe
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- Visa is NOT EXEMPT, but are eligible to apply for eVisa online
- eVisa fee is $43 USD, validity is 180 days, single-entry only
Original sources:
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkey

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37. United Kingdom

Eligible nationalities: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 24 hours only (transit without a visa)
Entry rules:
- Available at London’s Heathrow airport only
- Must be in transit to/from the US only
- Must arrive and depart by air only
- Must hold the boarding pass for the onward flight
- Onward flight must be within 24 hours (on the same day or next day before midnight)
- Granting the 24-hour entry is at the sole discretion of the immigration officer
Original sources:
- Heathrow Arrivals
- GOV.UK

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Middle East

The West Bay City Skyline of Doha Qatar | Photo: depositphotos

38. Jordan

Eligible nationalities: India passport holders only
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 90 days
Entry rules:
- Visa is NOT EXEMPT but can obtain Visa ON ARRIVAL (VOA)
Original sources:
- IATA Travel Centre
- Embassy of India in Jordan
- Email response from Embassy of Jordan in Washington DC, US – “Kindly note that Jordan visa for Indian passport holder depends on the country were they enter to Jordan. If you will travel from US to Jordan, Indian passport holder can obtain visa upon arrival at Amman airport.”

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39. Oman

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Albania
- Armenia
- Azerbaijan
- Belarus
- Bhutan
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Costa Rica
- Cuba
- El Salvador
- Guatemala
- Honduras
- India
- Kazakhstan
- Kyrgyzstan
- Laos
- Maldives
- Mexico
- Morocco
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Peru
- Tajikistan
- Turkmenistan
- Uzbekistan
- Vietnam
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- Visa in NOT EXEMPT, but are eligible to apply for eVisa
- eVisa fee is 50 OMR, valid for 1 year, multiple entry and must be used within the 1 month of approval
Original sources:
- Sultanate of Oman, Royal Oman Police

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40. Qatar

Eligible nationalities: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- Visa in NOT EXEMPT, but are eligible to apply for eTA and then obtain Visa ON ARRIVAL at all international airports in Qatar.
- eTA is free of charge, valid for 30 days, single-entry only
- US visa must must be valid for at least 30 days from the day of arrival
Original sources:
- Qatar Tourist Authority
- Ministry of Foreign Interior, Qatar

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41. Saudi Arabia

Eligible nationalities: All nationalities
Permitted visas: Valid used multiple-entry US visas – B1, B2 or B1/B2 only
Permitted resident permits: None
Entry granted: 90 days
Entry rules:
- Visa is NOT EXEMPT, but are eligible to obtain Visa ON ARRIVAL at international airports
- VOA fee is 440 SAR, valid for 1 year, multiple-entry
- Must arrive by air using an official Saudi National airlines – Saudia, Flynas, and Saudi Gulf
- US visa must have been used at least once to enter the US before
Original sources:

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42. United Arab Emirates

Eligible nationalities: India passport holders only
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas, except C1 (transit)
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 14 days
Entry rules:
- Visa is NOT EXEMPT, but are eligible to obtain Visa ON ARRIVAL at UAE airports
- VOA fee is 100 AED, valid for 14 days, single-entry only
- US visa or residence permit must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival
Original sources:

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Africa

Beautiful beach in Sao Tome and Principe — The serene shores of São Tomé and Príncipe | Photo: depositphots

43. São Tomé and Príncipe

Eligible nationalities: All nationalities
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: None
Entry granted: 15 days
Entry rules:
- Passport must be valid for at least 3 months from the day of arrival
Original sources:
- Consulate of São Tomé and Príncipe in the Netherlands
- São Tomé and Príncipe Tourism Department

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Asia

Travel Countries VISA-FREE with US visa - Philippines Boracay Island — Boracay, Philippines

44. Armenia

Eligible nationalities: India passport holders only
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 120 days
Entry rules:
- Visa is NOT EXEMPT but are eligible to obtain Visa ON ARRIVAL
- VOA fee is 15,000 AMD, valid for 120 days, single-entry only
- Passport must to be valid during the entire stay in Armenia
Original sources:
- Embassy of Armenia in India
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Armenia

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45. Malaysia

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Bangladesh
- India
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 120 hours (5 days)
Entry rules:
- Visa is NOT EXEMPT but are eligible to obtain Transit Without Visa (TWOA) at the VOA counter
- TWOA is fee of charge, valid for 120 hours (5 days), single-entry only
- TWOA is available at Kuala Lumpur Airport (KLIA1 and KLIA2 terminals) only
- Must be in transit to reach the US as the destination. Must hold a confirmed onward eTicket or original boarding pass to the US within 120 hours. (Exception for longer term pass holders such as work visa, student visa, permanent resident, etc. who can depart to any third country)
- Issuing of TWOA is at the discretion of the immigration offices at Kuala Lumpur Airport
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival
Original sources:

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46. Philippines

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- China
- India
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 14 days for India passport holders and 7 days for China passport holders
Entry rules:
- US visa must be valid for the entire duration of stay
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of departure
Original sources:
- Embassy of Philippines in India
- Embassy of Philippines in Singapore

Personal experience: I have entered the Philippines 3 times so far at Manila international airport with my India passport and US visa. The immigration procedure at the airport was always quick. I was always given a 14-day entry.

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47. Singapore

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- China
- India
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 96 hours (4 days)
Entry rules:
- Must be traveling to or from the country of passport. Example: Must be traveling to a third country from India via Singapore or traveling to India from a third country via Singapore. An example itinerary would be India-Singapore-Bali or Bali-Singapore-India.
- Both arriving and departing flights in Singapore must be on the same itinerary
Original sources:
- Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Singapore

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48. South Korea

Eligible nationalities: All nationalities (except these 24 countries – Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cameron, Cuba, Egypt, Gambia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Macedonia, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palestine, Senegal, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Syria, Uzbekistan and Yemen)
Permitted visas: All valid used/unused multiple-entry US visas, except C1 (transit)
Permitted residence permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 30 days
Entry rules:
- Must be traveling to go to US or Canada, Australia, New Zealand through South Korea (OR)
- Must depart from the US or Canada, Australia, New Zealand to go to a third country through South Korea
Original sources:

Personal experience: I have entered South Korea at Seoul international airport with my India passport and US visa. The immigration procedure at the airport took a bit longer as the officer had to verify visa requirements. The officer verified my onward ticket to the US which was in 21 days. I was given a 30-day entry.

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49. Taiwan

Eligible nationalities: Following nationalities only
- Cambodia
- India
- Indonesia
- Laos
- Myanmar
- Vietnam
Permitted visas: All valid/expired used/unused multiple-entry US visas
Permitted resident permits: A valid US green card
Entry granted: 14 days
Entry rules:
- Visa is EXEMPT but must apply for ROC Travel Authorization Certificate online before arrival
- ROC Travel Authorization Certificate is free of charge, valid for 90 days, multipe-entry
- If using an EXPIRED US visa or green card, the visa or green card must have expired in the last 10 years only
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the day of arrival
Original Sources:
- Bureau of Consular Affairs of Republic of China (Taiwan)

Personal experience: I have entered Taiwan at Taipei international airport with my India passport and US visa. I have registered for my ROC travel authorization certificate a few days before my travel to Taiwan. I was given a 30-day entry (entry was 30 days when I traveled but currently it’s only 14 days).

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Conclusion

There you have it! List of 49 countries and territories you can travel visa-free with US visa. If you don’t have a US visa already, it’s time to apply for one and add another 49 to your list of VISA-FREE countries.

Do you know any other country (I haven’t listed here) that offers visa exemption for US visa holders? Let me know in the comments below.

WRITTEN BY THIRUMAL MOTATI

Thirumal Motati is a world traveler and digital nomad from India. He is on a mission to travel to every country in the world on his Indian passport. He believes that his weak passport cannot stop him from traveling the world. Through this blog, he inspires many to take up the life of travel despite their weak passports. His guidance has helped many secure their visas and fulfill their travel dreams.

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