🌍 Do I Need a Visa? Complete 2025 Visa Checker
✅ Check Visa Requirements for 195+ Countries ➤ ESTA, ETIAS, UK ETA, Embassy Visas ➤ Avoid Travel Delays ➤ Updated June 2025
📱 Digital Pre-Travel Authorization Required
Countries requiring ESTA, ETIAS, ETA, eVisa or digital permits BEFORE travel. Apply online in advance to avoid boarding denials!
⚠️ Airlines WILL Deny Boarding Without Authorization!
All digital authorizations must be approved BEFORE arriving at the airport. No exceptions!
💡 Simple Rule: Most Countries Need Something Before You Go
Think of it like buying a movie ticket online before showing up at the cinema. Most countries now want you to register online first – it’s quick, cheap, and saves you from being turned away at the airport!
| Destination | What You Need | Cost & Time | How Long Valid | Apply Here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | ESTA (Online) For 41 countries including UK, Australia, Germany, Japan, Singapore |
$21 USD Instant approval usually |
2 years Multiple entries |
Apply ESTA SkyAid Guide |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | ETA (£10) GCC countries (now), EU citizens (phased rollout), other visa-free nationals |
£10 GBP Usually same day approval |
2 years Multiple entries |
Apply UK ETA SkyAid Guide |
| 🇪🇺 European Union (Schengen) | ETIAS (From 2026) For 60 visa-free countries like USA, UK, Australia, Japan, Singapore |
€7 EUR Expected quick approval |
3 years Multiple entries |
ETIAS Info SkyAid Guide |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | eTA (Online) Most visa-free travelers flying to Canada |
CAD $7 Usually instant |
5 years Linked to passport |
Apply eTA |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | ETA / eVisitor ETA for most countries, eVisitor free for EU citizens |
ETA: AUD $20 eVisitor: Free Usually instant |
1 year Multiple 3-month stays |
Apply ETA |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | NZeTA + IVL All visa-free travelers |
NZD $17 + NZD $35 tourism tax Usually same day |
2 years Multiple entries |
Apply NZeTA |
| 🇰🇷 South Korea | K-ETA 22 countries including USA, UK, Australia, most of Europe |
KRW 10,000 (~$8) Usually within 24 hours |
2 years Multiple entries |
Apply K-ETA |
| 🇮🇳 India | eVisa 160+ countries – most foreign travelers |
$10-$80 USD Apply 4+ days before travel |
30 days to 5 years Depends on type |
Apply eVisa |
| 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka | ETA Most nationalities |
$20 USD Usually instant |
30 days Double entry |
Apply ETA |
| 🇰🇪 Kenya | eTA (Since 2024) ALL foreign travelers – replaced all visas |
$30 USD Usually 1-3 days |
90 days Single/multiple entry |
Apply eTA |
| 🇹🇷 Turkey | eVisa Selected countries including USA, UK, Australia, China |
$20-$60 USD Usually instant |
30-90 days Single or multiple entry |
Apply eVisa |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | eVisa 80+ countries |
$25 USD 3 working days |
30 days Single entry |
Apply eVisa |
| 🇰🇭 Cambodia | eVisa Most tourists |
$36 USD 3 working days |
30 days Single entry |
Apply eVisa |
| 🇱🇦 Laos | eVisa 150+ countries |
$45 USD 3 working days |
30 days Single entry |
Apply eVisa |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | MDAC Travelers from India, China, Myanmar and some others |
Free Instant approval |
Linked to trip Pre-arrival only |
Apply MDAC |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | SG Arrival Card ALL travelers including citizens |
Free Instant |
Valid for specific trip only | Submit Card |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | eVisa 49 eligible countries for tourism |
~$80 USD 24-72 hours |
1 year Multiple entry |
Apply eVisa |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | eVisa 70+ countries (alternative to visa on arrival) |
$25 USD Usually same day |
30 days Single entry |
Apply eVisa |
| 🇺🇿 Uzbekistan | eVisa 76+ countries |
$20 USD 2-3 working days |
30 days Single/multiple entry |
Apply eVisa |
| 🇧🇭 Bahrain | eVisa 67 countries (alternative to visa on arrival) |
~$29 USD 1-3 days |
30 days Multiple entry available |
Apply eVisa |
| 🇴🇲 Oman | eVisa Most nationalities |
~$50 USD Usually same day |
30 days Single entry |
Apply eVisa |
🇪🇺 Complete Schengen Visa Guide
Everything you need to know about visiting 27 European countries with one visa. Updated June 2025 with current requirements and prices.
🌍 What is a Schengen Visa?
Think of it like this: A Schengen visa is like a special key that unlocks 27 European countries with just ONE application. Instead of getting separate visas for France, Germany, Italy, etc., you get this one visa and can travel freely between all these countries!
📋 Important: Who Needs a Schengen Visa?
150+ countries need Schengen visas including Thailand, China, India, Russia, Philippines, most African and South American countries. 60 countries are visa-free until ETIAS starts in 2026.
✅ Countries That DON’T Need Schengen Visa
60 countries are visa-free including:
- USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand
- UK, Japan, South Korea, Singapore
- All EU/EEA countries
- GCC countries (UAE, Saudi, Qatar, etc.)
Note: From 2026, these countries will need ETIAS (€7) instead.
❌ Countries That NEED Schengen Visa
150+ countries need traditional visa including:
- Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia
- China, India, Russia, Pakistan
- Most African countries (Nigeria, Kenya, etc.)
- Most South American countries (Brazil, Argentina)
Cost: €90 for adults, €45 for children (6-12)
| Requirement | Details | Simple Explanation | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💳 Visa Fee | Adults (18+): €90 Children (6-12): €45 Under 6: Free |
Non-refundable even if rejected | €90 |
| 📅 When to Apply | Earliest: 6 months before travel Latest: 15 days before travel |
Recommended: 2-3 months before to avoid stress | Free to plan early |
| ⏱️ Processing Time | Normal: 15 working days Complex cases: Up to 45 days |
Book embassy appointments early – they fill up fast! | Time = Money |
| 🏛️ Where to Apply | Country where you’ll spend the MOST time If equal time: First country you visit |
Example: 7 days France + 3 days Italy = Apply at French embassy | Embassy fees vary |
| 📋 Required Documents | • Valid passport (3+ months after trip) • Travel insurance (€30k coverage) • Flight bookings + hotel confirmations • Bank statements (3 months) • Employment letter |
Think of it as proving you’re a genuine tourist with enough money and plans to return home | €50-100 for extras |
| 💰 Financial Proof | €50-70 per day of stay Must be in your bank account |
For 10-day trip = €500-700 minimum in bank | Your existing money |
| 🏥 Travel Insurance | Minimum €30,000 medical coverage Must cover all Schengen countries |
Buy online for €15-30 – many comparison sites available | €15-30 |
| 📸 Photos | 2 passport photos, recent ICAO standards (white background) |
Get them done at photo shops near embassies – they know the exact requirements | €10-15 |
🗺️ All 27 Schengen Countries
🏛️ Traditional Embassy/Consulate Visas Required
Countries requiring traditional visa applications through embassies or consulates. Allow 2-8 weeks processing time and book appointments early!
⏰ Plan Ahead – Embassy Processing Takes Time!
These visas require embassy appointments and can take 2-8 weeks. Apply well in advance of travel!
🏛️ What’s an Embassy Visa?
Think of it like going to a government office for a permit. You need to visit an embassy/consulate in person, submit documents, sometimes do an interview, and wait for approval. It’s the “old school” way that takes longer but is still required for many countries.
| Country | Visa Type | Who Needs It | Cost & Time | Apply Here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳 China | Tourist/Business Visa | Most nationalities (some 72-hour visa-free transit available) | $140-180 USD 4-7 business days Interview sometimes required |
Find Chinese Embassy |
| 🇷🇺 Russia | Tourist Visa | Most nationalities Note: Check current travel advisories |
$160-300 USD 10-20 business days Invitation letter required |
Find Embassy |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | Tourist Visa eVisa for US (April 2025) |
US citizens: eVisa from April 2025 Other countries: varies by nationality |
eVisa: $80 USD, 5 days Embassy visa: varies by country |
Find Consulate |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | Tourist Visa | Selected countries Many nationalities are visa-free |
$160 USD 10-15 business days |
Find Consulate |
| 🇮🇷 Iran | Tourist Visa | Most nationalities Authorization code required first |
$50-150 USD 10-30 business days |
Find Embassy |
| 🇳🇬 Nigeria | Tourist Visa | Most foreign nationals | $180-300 USD 7-14 business days |
Find Embassy |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | Tourist Visa | Many countries Some are visa-free for short stays |
$32-47 USD 10-15 business days |
Find Embassy |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | Tourist Visa | Most nationalities | $36-160 USD 10-15 business days Letter of invitation recommended |
Find Embassy |
| 🇻🇪 Venezuela | Tourist Visa | Most nationalities Check current situation |
$30-60 USD 5-15 business days |
Find Embassy |
| 🇨🇺 Cuba | Tourist Card/Visa | Most nationalities | $50-85 USD Can often buy from airlines |
Find Embassy |
| 🇰🇵 North Korea | Tourist Visa | All tourists (tour groups only) | $50+ USD 20-40 business days Must book through authorized tour |
Contact Tour Operator |
| 🇦🇫 Afghanistan | Tourist Visa | All tourists Check current travel advisories |
$160+ USD 15-30+ business days Very limited tourism |
Contact Embassy |
✈️ Visa on Arrival & Entry Fees
Countries where you can get a visa or pay entry fees when you arrive at the airport or border. Bring exact cash!
💰 Bring Exact Cash – Most Don’t Accept Cards!
Have exact change in USD/EUR/local currency. Some borders only accept cash payments and don’t give change!
✈️ What’s Visa on Arrival?
Think of it like buying a ticket at the movie theater instead of online. You show up at the airport/border, fill out a form, pay the fee, and get your visa stamp immediately. Much simpler than embassy applications!
| Country | What You Get | Cost | How Long Valid | Payment Tips |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | Visa on Arrival (B211A) Most nationalities |
$35 USD | 30 days (extendable once for 30 more days) |
Cash or Card at Airport |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | Visa on Arrival 22 countries including China, India (if not eligible for visa-free) |
THB 2,000 (~$57) | 15 days Cannot be extended |
Cash Only (Thai Baht) |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | Tourist Visa Most nationalities |
$25 USD | 30 days Single entry |
Cash or Card |
| 🇯🇴 Jordan | Tourist Visa Most nationalities |
JOD 40 (~$56) | 30 days Extendable |
Cash or Card |
| 🇳🇵 Nepal | Tourist Visa Most nationalities |
$30 (15 days) $50 (30 days) $125 (90 days) |
15, 30, or 90 days Multiple entries |
Cash or Card |
| 🇱🇧 Lebanon | Tourist Visa Most nationalities |
Free (some countries) $50 USD (others) |
30 days Extendable |
Cash at Airport |
| 🇲🇻 Maldives | Free Tourist Entry All nationalities |
Free | 30 days Extendable to 90 days |
No Payment Needed |
| 🇹🇿 Tanzania | Tourist Visa Most nationalities |
$50 USD | 90 days Single entry |
Cash or Card |
| 🇺🇬 Uganda | Tourist Visa Most nationalities |
$50 USD | 90 days Single entry |
Cash or Card |
| 🇷🇼 Rwanda | Tourist Visa Most nationalities |
$30 USD | 30 days Extendable |
Cash or Card |
| 🇧🇭 Bahrain | Tourist Visa 67 countries |
BHD 25 (~$66) Or get eVisa in advance |
14 days Extendable to 30 days |
Cash or Card |
| 🇰🇼 Kuwait | Visit Visa GCC residents and selected countries |
KWD 3 (~$10) | 30 days For eligible travelers only |
Cash Only |
| 🇲🇦 Morocco | Visa-Free Entry Most nationalities |
Free | 90 days No visa needed |
No Payment Needed |
🆓 Visa-Free Travel Destinations
Popular destinations where most travelers can enter without any visa or authorization (passport holders from major countries).
🆓 What Does Visa-Free Mean?
It means you can just show up with your passport – no applications, no fees, no waiting! Like visiting a friend’s house where you’re always welcome. Just book your flight and go!
Visa-Free (until ETIAS 2026)
Visa-Free
Visa-Free
Visa-Free
🇪🇺 Europe (Until ETIAS 2026)
Note: From 2026, these will require ETIAS (€7) for non-EU citizens
- 🇩🇪 Germany 90 days
- 🇫🇷 France 90 days
- 🇮🇹 Italy 90 days
- 🇪🇸 Spain 90 days
- 🇳🇱 Netherlands 90 days
- 🇨🇭 Switzerland 90 days
- 🇦🇹 Austria 90 days
- 🇳🇴 Norway 90 days
- 🇸🇪 Sweden 90 days
- 🇩🇰 Denmark 90 days
🌎 Americas
- 🇲🇽 Mexico 180 days
- 🇨🇷 Costa Rica 90 days
- 🇵🇦 Panama 180 days
- 🇨🇴 Colombia 90 days
- 🇵🇪 Peru 183 days
- 🇪🇨 Ecuador 90 days
- 🇨🇱 Chile 90 days
- 🇺🇾 Uruguay 90 days
- 🇧🇧 Barbados 90 days
- 🇯🇲 Jamaica 90 days
🌏 Asia-Pacific
- 🇹🇭 Thailand 30-60 days*
- 🇲🇾 Malaysia 90 days
- 🇸🇬 Singapore 30-90 days + SG Card
- 🇵🇭 Philippines 30 days
- 🇭🇰 Hong Kong 90-180 days
- 🇹🇼 Taiwan 90 days
- 🇯🇵 Japan 90 days
- 🇫🇯 Fiji 120 days
- 🇻🇺 Vanuatu 30 days
- 🇵🇼 Palau 30 days
*Duration varies by nationality
🌍 Middle East & Africa
- 🇦🇪 UAE 90 days
- 🇮🇱 Israel 90 days
- 🇬🇪 Georgia 365 days
- 🇦🇲 Armenia 180 days
- 🇲🇦 Morocco 90 days
- 🇹🇳 Tunisia 90 days
- 🇧🇼 Botswana 90 days
- 🇲🇺 Mauritius 90 days
- 🇸🇨 Seychelles 30 days
- 🇨🇻 Cape Verde 30 days
🗺️ Regional Visa Overview
Quick regional breakdown of visa requirements to help you plan multi-country trips and understand global patterns.
🗺️ Planning Multi-Country Trips?
Use this regional guide to understand visa patterns. For example: Europe is moving to ETIAS, Asia loves eVisas, Africa is digitalizing fast, and the Americas are mostly visa-free!
🇪🇺 European Union & Schengen
Big Change Coming: ETIAS required from Q4 2026 for 60 visa-exempt countries (€7, 3 years)
Current Status: Schengen Visa required for 150+ countries including Thailand, China, India, Russia
- 60 Visa-Exempt Countries Free now → ETIAS 2026
- 150+ Visa-Required Countries Schengen Visa €90
- EU/EEA/Swiss Citizens No requirements ever
- 27 EU Countries One authorization covers all
🇺🇸 North America
All require digital authorization for air travel – no more just showing up!
- 🇺🇸 USA ESTA $21 (VWP countries)
- 🇨🇦 Canada eTA CAD $7 (air travel)
- 🇲🇽 Mexico Visa-Free (most countries)
- Land Border Travel Different rules apply
🌏 Southeast Asia
Mixed bag – combination of visa-free, eVisa, fees, and digital systems
- 🇹🇭 Thailand 30-60 days visa-free
- 🇲🇾 Malaysia 90 days + MDAC
- 🇸🇬 Singapore 30-90 days + SG Card
- 🇮🇩 Indonesia $35 Visa on Arrival
- 🇻🇳 Vietnam eVisa $25
- 🇰🇭 Cambodia eVisa $36
🇦🇺 Oceania
Digital-first approach – both major countries require online authorization
- 🇦🇺 Australia ETA/eVisitor $20
- 🇳🇿 New Zealand NZeTA $52 total
- 🇫🇯 Fiji Visa-Free 120 days
- Pacific Islands Mostly Visa-Free
🌍 Middle East & Gulf
Major improvements – many countries now welcoming tourists with eVisa/visa-free
- 🇦🇪 UAE Visa-Free 90 days
- 🇶🇦 Qatar Visa-Free (many countries)
- 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia eVisa $80
- 🇴🇲 Oman eVisa $50
- 🇧🇭 Bahrain eVisa/Arrival
- 🇮🇱 Israel Visa-Free 90 days
🌍 Africa
Digital revolution – moving fast from embassy visas to eVisa systems
- 🇰🇪 Kenya eTA $30 (mandatory 2024)
- 🇪🇬 Egypt eVisa $25
- 🇲🇦 Morocco Visa-Free 90 days
- 🇹🇳 Tunisia Visa-Free 90 days
- 🇿🇦 South Africa Embassy Visa
- 🇷🇼 Rwanda $30 on arrival
Frequently Asked Questions – Visa Requirements 2025
Do I need ESTA for USA travel in 2025?
Yes, ESTA is required for Visa Waiver Program countries traveling to the USA for tourism or business (90 days max). Costs $21, valid 2 years. Apply at least 72 hours before travel at esta.cbp.dhs.gov
What is UK ETA and when is it required?
UK ETA is mandatory for non-visa nationals. Currently required for GCC countries, with EU citizens being phased in. Costs £10, valid 2 years. Required before boarding flights to UK.
When does ETIAS start for Europe?
ETIAS launches Q4 2026 for 60 visa-exempt countries visiting EU. Costs €7, valid 3 years. Note: 150+ countries including Thailand, China, India still need traditional Schengen visas (€90).
How much does Indonesia visa cost in 2025?
Indonesia Visa on Arrival costs $35 USD, valid 30 days, extendable once. Pay by cash or card at airport. Most nationalities eligible – no advance application needed.
Do I need a Schengen visa for Europe?
Depends on nationality: 150+ countries (Thailand, China, India, Russia, most African/South American) need Schengen visa (€90). 60 countries (USA, UK, Japan, Australia) are visa-free until ETIAS in 2026.
Which countries need embassy visas in 2025?
Major countries requiring embassy visits: China, Russia, Brazil, Argentina, Iran, Nigeria. Processing takes 2-8 weeks, costs $50-300. Book appointments early as they fill up quickly!