US Excludes UK, Nigeria, Others From Visa-Free Entry For 2025 [Full List]

The United States has unveiled its updated list of countries eligible for the 2025 Visa Waiver Program (VWP), allowing travelers to visit the U.S. without a visa for up to 90 days.

The United Kingdom is not included in the program but remains eligible under certain conditions.

No African countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa, made the list either.

A key update this year is the addition of Romania, marking a significant shift in the selection process.

The U.S. government continues to prioritize countries with strong diplomatic ties and robust border security measures while also strengthening security checks for visa-free travel.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Consular Affairs, travelers under the VWP must obtain approval through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) before departure.

The agency stated, “Travellers must have a valid Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) approval prior to travel and meet all requirements explained below. If you prefer to have a visa in your passport, you may still apply for a visitor visa.”

The revised 2025 program aims to streamline travel for millions, making business, tourism, and transit visits more accessible.

The current list includes 40 countries, as follows:

1. Andorra
2. Australia
3. Austria
4. Belgium
5. Chile
6. Czech Republic
7. Croatia
8. Denmark
9. Estonia
10. Finland
11. France
12. Germany
13. Greece
14. Hungary
15. Iceland
16. Ireland
17. Italy
18. Israel
19. Norway
20. Poland
21. Portugal
22. San Marino
23. Singapore
24. Slovakia
25. Japan
26. Slovenia
27. Latvia
28. South Korea
29. Liechtenstein
30. Spain
31. Lithuania
32. Sweden
33. Luxembourg
34. Switzerland
35. Malta
36. Netherlands
37. New Zealand
38. Qatar
39. Romania
40. Monaco

KanyiDaily recalls that United States recently suspended funding for HIV treatment programs in Nigeria and other developing countries following an order by President Donald Trump.