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valid US B1/B2 visa: 13 visa-free destinations

A valid US B1/B2 visa (tourist / business) grants easier entry to several countries that respect US visa holders — even if the visa has never been used.

For holders of an unexpired US B1/B2 visa.

13destinations
Officialgov-sourced entries
April 2026last verified

Countries unlocked by your valid US visa

These destinations grant easier entry specifically because you hold a valid US B1/B2 visa. Carry both your home-country passport and the permit itself; day-limits and screening notes are drawn from official government sources.

  • Turkey✓
    e-Visa
    30 days
    Single-entry e-visa via evisa.gov.tr. Must have valid US/Schengen/UK/Ireland visa.
    Official source ↗
  • Georgia✓
    Visa-free
    90 days
    Visa-free entry with any valid US visa — all nationalities
    Official source ↗
  • Mexico✓
    Visa-free
    180 days
    No Mexican visa needed. Any valid US visa type qualifies — all nationalities.
    Official source ↗
  • Colombia✓
    Visa-free
    90 days
    Must be currently valid. 90 days, extendable to 180/year.
    Official source ↗
  • Panama✓
    Visa-free
    30 days
    Visa-free entry with valid US visa (must have been used at least once). Entry stamp at immigration, no fee.
    Official source ↗
  • Costa Rica✓
    Visa-free
    30 days
    Valid US visa allows entry up to 30 days
    Official source ↗
  • Albania✓
    Visa-free
    90 days
    Multi-entry US visa that has been used at least once. 90 days in 180-day period.
    Official source ↗
  • Serbia✓
    Visa-free
    90 days
    Valid US visa or residence permit. 90 days in 6-month period.
    Official source ↗
  • Montenegro✓
    Visa-free
    30 days
    Valid US visa allows entry up to 30 days
    Official source ↗
  • Bosnia and Herzegovina✓
    Visa-free
    30 days
    Multi-entry US visa. Stay up to 30 days.
    Official source ↗
  • Egypt✓
    Visa on arrival
    30 days
    Visa on arrival at select airports for holders of valid US/UK/Schengen visa. Not guaranteed — at immigration officer discretion.
    Official source ↗
  • Bahrain✓
    Visa on arrival
    14 days
    VoA available for holders of valid US visa, or apply for eVisa at evisa.gov.bh
    Official source ↗
  • Singapore✓
    Visa-free
    4 days
    96-hour Visa-Free Transit Facility (VFTF). Must be transiting through Singapore by air with onward ticket within 96 hours. Not for stays without onward travel.
    Official source ↗

Travel tips for valid US visa holders

  1. Always carry both: your valid home passport AND the permit itself (or digital equivalent). Immigration officers routinely ask for both.
  2. Check validity rules: Most destinations require the permit valid 6+ months beyond entry; some require 12+ months.
  3. Verify before booking: Use the "Official source" link next to each country to confirm current rules — exemptions change without notice.
  4. Book flexible tickets on your first trip under this permit type — edge cases happen at immigration, especially for newer permit categories.

Frequently asked questions

What countries can valid US visa holders visit visa-free?
A valid US visa gives visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 13 destinations outside its issuing region. Top entries include Turkey, Georgia, Mexico, Colombia.
Do I need my original passport too?
Yes. A residence permit on its own is not a travel document. You must carry your valid home-country passport together with the valid US B1/B2 visa at all times when travelling.
How long must my valid US visa be valid on arrival?
Most countries require your valid US visa to be valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date. Some destinations require 12+ months of remaining validity. Check the "Official source" link next to each country below.
Does a visa (rather than a permanent permit) count?
Not usually. These exemptions are typically granted only to holders of a full residence permit / PR card, not short-stay or visit visas. Exceptions exist — we note them on individual country entries.
Can I combine this with my home-country passport's exemptions?
Yes. The countries listed below are additional to whatever your passport already allows. Use the interactive multi-passport checker to see the combined list for your specific situation.
How current is this list?
All entries verified from official sources, last updated April 2026. Source: Official immigration authorities of each country. Rules change frequently — verify with the destination embassy before booking travel.

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