Here’s what you gotta know before planning your next international trip.

U.S. citizens can travel to most European, Caribbean, and Central and South American countries without a visa.

How long can U.S. citizens stay in visa-free countries?

Where Americans can travel without visas

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U.S. citizens visiting Albania have a year before they need to get a residency permit.

Do U.S. citizens need a visa to travel to Europe?

Visitors can leave and return as long as they don’t exceed the time limit.

What countries require U.S. citizens to get a visa?

Then, you’ll see a list of countries and their visa requirements.

you’ve got the option to then go to theU.S.

Department of State travel site, which provides more specific details about passport and visa regulations.

An additional subset of countries like Egypt, Indonesia, Laos, and the Maldives have visa-on-arrival programs.