🇺🇸United States Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

C-1 Transit Visa

Immediate and continuous transit through the United States en route to another country

For travellers passing through the US to another destination. Not valid for layover tourism. Crew joining a vessel or aircraft typically use a combined C-1/D transit/crew visa. A separate $250 Visa Integrity Fee (Public Law 119-21, Sec. 100007) applies to nonimmigrant visas issued from FY2026 (Oct 1, 2025) onward, in addition to the fee shown above (C-3 diplomatic-transit applicants are exempt); DHS/State had not published uniform collection guidance to all posts as of early-to-mid 2026, so rollout timing varies by consulate. Not included in the fee shown above.

D Crewmember Visa

Crew serving aboard sea vessels or aircraft operating in the United States

For pilots, flight attendants, ship crew and similar personnel. Frequently issued as a combined C-1/D transit/crew visa. Departure generally required within 29 days. A separate $250 Visa Integrity Fee (Public Law 119-21, Sec. 100007) applies to nonimmigrant visas issued from FY2026 (Oct 1, 2025) onward, in addition to the fee shown above; DHS/State had not published uniform collection guidance to all posts as of early-to-mid 2026, so rollout timing varies by consulate. Not included in the fee shown above.