Quick answer: Travelers from visa-waiver countries need an approved ESTA before boarding, others need a B-2 visa - always check current US entry rules for your passport.
Visa rules are the least fun part of trip planning — and the most expensive to get wrong. Here is what applies to United States in 2026, in plain language.
Entry rules in practice
Rules differ by passport — the note above covers most EU, US and UK travelers. Always confirm against your government's official travel advice before booking, especially for stays over 30 days, work, or study.
Where to go in United States
- New York City5-day itinerary → · on a budget →
- Los Angeles4-day itinerary → · on a budget →
- San Francisco3-day itinerary → · on a budget →
- Miami4-day itinerary → · on a budget →
Why Almawander tracks this for you
Almawander is an AI travel planner that remembers your passport - it bakes visa rules and Schengen day-counting into every plan, so you never have to re-check.