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This listing is for U.S. citizens
traveling on tourism/business and does not apply to persons planning to emigrate to
foreign countries. Persons traveling on official business for the U.S. Government should
obtain visa information from the agency sponsoring their travel. For purposes of this
publication, a visa is an endorsement or stamp placed by officials of a foreign country on
a U.S. passport that allows the bearer to visit that foreign country. Note: Wherever you
see the words “photo(s) required” in this publication, it generally means that
you will need to submit passport-size (2"x2") photographs. Select a letter for the country about
which you'd like information.
NAMIBIA - *Passport, onward/return ticket, and proof of sufficient funds required. Visa not required for tourist or business stay of up to 90 days. Person planning to work (this includes unpaid volunteers) in Namibia must obtain work and residency permits and/or visas from the Embassy of Namibia before traveling. Consult the Embassy of Namibia, 1605 New Hampshire Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20009 (202/986-0540) for further information.
NAURU - *Passport, visa, onward/return ticket and sponsorship from a
resident in Nauru required. For more information, contact the Nauru Consulate General in
Melbourne, Australia (613/9653-5709).
NETHERLANDS - *Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business visit of up to 90 days. (**90-day period begins when entering Schengen countries.) Tourists may be asked to show onward/return ticket, proof of sufficient funds and health insurance coverage, and that there is adequate housing available for length of stay. Long-term visitors must register with the local police within 8 days of arrival. (No residency permits granted.) For further information, contact the Royal Netherlands Embassy, 4200 Linnean Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20008 (202/244-5300) or nearest Consulate General: CA (310/268-1598), FL (786/866-0480), IL (312/856-0110) or NY (212/246-1429). Internet: www.netherlands-embassy.org
NETHERLANDS ANTILLES - Islands include Bonaire, Curacao, Saba, St.
Eustatius and St. Maarten. Passport or proof of U.S. citizenship (i.e., certified birth
certificate or voter registration card with photo ID) required. Visa not required for
tourist/business visit of up to 90 days. Tourists may be asked to show onward/return
ticket or proof of sufficient funds for stay. Departure tax $20 when leaving Bonaire,
$22.50 in Curacao, $25 in Statia, $25 in St. Maarten. For further information, consult the
Royal Netherlands Embassy (202/244-5300), or nearest Consulate General: CA (310/2681598),
FL (786/866-0480), IL (312/856-0110) or NY (212/246-1429). Internet: NEW CALEDONIA - (See French Polynesia.)
NEW ZEALAND - *Passport and arrival card (to be completed upon arrival) required. Visa not required for tourist or business meeting or consultations stay of up to 3 months, must have onward/return ticket, visa for next destination and proof of sufficient funds. For business or additional information, contact the Embassy of New Zealand, 37 Observatory Circle, NW, Washington, DC 20008 (202/328-4800) or the Consulate General in Los Angeles (310/207-1605). Internet: http://www.nzemb.org NICARAGUA - *Passport, onward/return ticket and entry fee required for a stay of up to 30 days. Airport departure tax $35. For more information, travelers may contact the Consulate of Nicaragua, 1627 New Hampshire Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20009 (202/939-6531 or 32) or the nearest Consulate in CA (213/252-1170 or 415/765-6821), FL (305/220-6900), LA (504/523-1507), NY (212/983-1981), or TX (713/272-9628).
NIGER - *Passport and visa required. Visa must be used within 3 months of issuance. All visa types require 3 application forms, 3 photos, proof of onward/return transportation, and $35.58 (1 month stay) or $88.94 (longer stay) fee. Transit visas required for travelers continuing through Niger. For a tourist visa, the general requirements apply as well as 2 copies of bank statement, certifying the traveler has at least $500 in his/her bank account. For business visas, general requirements apply, plus 1 copy of a letter from the company that is being represented stating the purpose, activities, duration, and source of financial responsibility for the trip. Provide SASE or prepaid air bill for return of documents. For further information and fees, contact the Embassy of the Republic of Niger, 2204 R St., NW, Washington, DC 20008 (202/483-4224).
NIGERIA - *Passport and visa required. Visa requires 1 application, 1
photo, proof of onward/return transportation, fees (contact the Embassy of Nigeria for
appropriate fees), and letter of invitation from Nigeria. Business visa requires letter
from counterpart in Nigeria and letter of introduction from U.S. company. For information
about visa fees and for other requirements, contact the Embassy of the Republic of
Nigeria, 3519 International Court, NW, Washington, DC 20008 (202/822-1500 or 1522) or the
Consulate General in New York (212/808-0301).
NORFOLK ISLAND - *Passport and visa required. Visa issued upon arrival
for visit of up to 30 days, extendible, requires confirmed accommodations and
onward/return ticket. Obtain $27 business visa before arrival. Australian transit visa may
also be obtained in advance for travel to Norfolk Island. For both visas, consult the
Australian Embassy (202/797-3000). Internet addresses: www.austemb.org
or www.pitcairners.org Source: The State Department
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