Foreign Entry Requirement Information

Haiti

All U.S. citizens traveling by air from outside of the United States are required to present a passport to enter or re-enter the United States. Haitian law requires U.S. citizens to have a passport with six months validity to enter and exit Haiti. A visa is not required for stays under 90 days.

An undocumented U.S. citizen can experience significant delays for the issuance of a U.S. passport in Haiti, as it is often more difficult to establish identity and citizenship overseas than in the United States.

Contact the Embassy of the Republic of Haiti at 2311 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008; tel. (202) 332-4090. There are Haitian consulates in Boston, Chicago, New York, Miami, Orlando, and Atlanta. Visit the Embassy of Haiti website for the most current visa information.

Honduras

A passport with 6 months remaining validity and proof of onward or return travel are required of U.S. citizens to enter Honduras. A visa-free stay of up to 90 days is allowed.

Honduras is part of the Central America-4 (CA-4) Border Control Agreement along with Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua. This allows eligible visitors to travel between the four countries without additional visas or permits, for up to 90 days total. Extensions must be requested locally.

Children under 21 traveling alone or with only one parent must have notarized, apostilled written permission from the non-traveling parent(s). Proof of sole custody may be required. An airport tax of about USD $40 is charged on departure.

Contact the Embassy of Honduras at 1220 19th St NW #320 Washington D.C. 200036, telephone (202) 751-9077, or Honduran consulates in major U.S. cities.

Hong Kong SAR

A passport with a minimum of one-month validity after the intended stay, proof of funds, and return/onward ticket are required. Because many neighboring areas require six months validity, it's best to ensure at least six months remain.

A visa is not required for tourist visits of up to 90 days by U.S. citizens. Extensions may be requested from the Hong Kong SAR Immigration Department. Visas are required to work or study. Visit the Embassy of the People's Republic of China or the Hong Kong SAR Immigration Department for the most current visa information.

U.S. citizens must obtain PRC visas before traveling to mainland China. Parents applying for PRC visas for U.S.-born children in Hong Kong must provide certified U.S. birth certificates.

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Hungary

U.S. citizens must have a passport with at least three months validity (six months recommended) to visit Hungary, and may remain up to 90 days without a visa. Hungary is part of the Schengen Agreement.

Immigration officials may require proof of sufficient funds and an onward or return ticket.

For information, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Hungary at 3910 Shoemaker Street N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, telephone (202) 362-6730, or the Hungarian Consulates in Los Angeles or New York.

Iceland

U.S. citizens may visit Iceland (and other Schengen countries) for up to 90 days without a visa. A passport with at least 3 months validity is required (6 months recommended).

For more information, contact the Icelandic Embassy.

Ireland

A passport is required, but a visa is not needed for tourist or business stays up to three months. Visitors should be prepared to present all required documentation to Irish immigration officials upon arrival.

Contact the Embassy of Ireland at 2234 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008, tel: (202) 462-3939, or the nearest Irish consulate in Boston, Chicago, New York, or San Francisco.

Italy

U.S. citizens must have a passport to enter Italy. A visa is not required for stays of 90 days or less. Passports should have at least six months validity and two blank pages.

Longer visits or stays for non-tourism/business purposes require a visa. Contact the Embassy of Italy at 3000 Whitehaven Street NW, Washington, DC 20008, tel. (202) 612-4400, or the Italian Consulates General in major U.S. cities.

Visitors staying less than 90 days must obtain a declaration of presence. Stays longer than 90 days require a permesso di soggiorno (permit of stay). Apply for the permit through Italian post offices, then register with the local Anagrafe (Vital Statistics Bureau) within 20 days of receiving the permit.

Jamaica

All travelers are encouraged to travel with a valid U.S. passport to ensure re-entry to the U.S. A passport is required for air return travel. Passport cards are valid for sea entry to Jamaica but may not be accepted for entry to other countries.

A valid passport, return ticket, and proof of funds are required to enter Jamaica. Visa-free stays are allowed for up to 90 days. Longer stays or work visits require a visa issued through a Jamaican Embassy or Consulate. Departure tax is usually included in airfare.

Contact the Embassy of Jamaica at 1520 New Hampshire Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20036, tel. (202) 452-0660; or Jamaican consulates in Miami or New York. Visit the Embassy of Jamaica website for the most current visa information.