🇺🇸United States Visa for Marshall Islands Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa-free

No — Marshall Islands passport holders do not need a visa for United States. Entry is visa-free as of 2026.

Under the Compact of Free Association, citizens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands (by birth, or former TTPI citizens who acquired RMI citizenship in 1986) may travel to and reside in the United States as nonimmigrants without a visa for an unlimited length of time and are eligible to work and study in the US. No ESTA or ETA required. Must present a valid RMI passport. This is a special free movement arrangement under the Compact, not the VWP.

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Entering United States on a Marshall Islands passport

  • → Travel with just your valid Marshall Islands passport. No visa or prior application needed.

United States visa for Marshall Islands citizens — FAQ

Do Marshall Islands citizens need a visa for United States?

No — Marshall Islands passport holders do not need a visa for United States. Entry is visa-free as of 2026.

What documents do Marshall Islands citizens need for United States?

A valid passport is all Marshall Islands citizens need for a short visa-free visit.

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