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Andorra -

A small, landlocked country between France and Spain, Andorra is known for its ski resorts and tax-free shopping. It participates in the Visa Waiver Program, allowing easier travel to the US.

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Australia -

Australia's inclusion in the Visa Waiver Program simplifies US travel for its citizens. The island nation maintains strong diplomatic and economic ties with the US.

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Austria -

With its rich history and cultural heritage, Austria is a key European member of the Visa Waiver Program. Its citizens can visit the US without a visa for up to 90 days.

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Belgium -

Home to the European Union's headquarters, Belgium plays a significant role in global affairs. Its citizens benefit from visa-free travel to the US under the Visa Waiver Program.

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Chile -

As the only South American country included in the program, Chilean travelers enjoy easier access to the US. Chile joined the program on March 31, 2014.

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Czech Republic -

A country steeped in history, the Czech Republic's membership in the Visa Waiver Program allows its citizens to visit the US for business or tourism without obtaining a visa.

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Croatia -

A recent addition to the Visa Waiver Program, Croatia joined in 2021, allowing its citizens to travel to the US visa-free.

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Denmark -

The Nordic nation benefits from the Visa Waiver Program, allowing its citizens seamless travel to the US.

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Estonia -

Estonia is also part of the Visa Waiver Program, making travel easier for its citizens who frequently visit the US for business and tourism.

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Finland -

Finland's inclusion in the Visa Waiver Program facilitates travel for Finns visiting the US for business or leisure.

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France -

As one of Europe's most influential nations, France has been a longstanding participant in the Visa Waiver Program.

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Germany -

Germany, a major global economic power, enjoys visa-free travel under the program, strengthening business and cultural exchanges between the two countries.

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Greece -

Greek citizens can visit the US visa-free for up to 90 days, further deepening the long-standing cultural and diplomatic ties between the two nations.

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Hungary -

Hungary's membership to the Visa Waiver Program makes it easier for its citizens to visit the US, encouraging tourism and economic cooperation.

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Iceland -

Known for its breathtaking landscapes, Iceland's inclusion in the program ensures its citizens can travel freely to the US without a visa.

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Ireland -

With strong historical and cultural ties to the US, Ireland also benefits from the Visa Waiver Program.

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Italy -

Italy, a global cultural and economic hub, has long been part of the Visa Waiver Program, making US travel accessible to Italian citizens.

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Israel -

A recent addition to the program, Israel joined the Visa Waiver Program in 2023, allowing for easier travel to the US.

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Japan -

Japan has long been a member of the Visa Waiver Program, facilitating business, academic, and tourism travel for Japanese citizens.

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Latvia -

Latvia's inclusion in the Visa Waiver Program simplifies US travel for Latvian citizens. 

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Liechtenstein -

This small but prosperous nation enjoys visa-free access to the US, ensuring smooth travel for business and leisure purposes.

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Lithuania -

Lithuania, a Baltic nation with strong European and transatlantic ties, benefits from the Visa Waiver Program.

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Luxembourg -

Despite its small size, Luxembourg has a strong economy and international presence, and its citizens enjoy visa-free travel to the US.

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Malta -

Malta, a Mediterranean island nation, participates in the Visa Waiver Program, making it easier for its citizens to visit the US.

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Monaco -

The principality of Monaco, known for its wealth and tourism, is part of the Visa Waiver Program.

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Netherlands -

As a key European partner to the US, the Netherlands' participation in the Visa Waiver Program allows for seamless travel for its citizens.

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New Zealand -

New Zealanders benefit from visa-free access to the US, enhancing opportunities for business, tourism, and academic exchanges between the two nations.

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Norway -

Norwegian citizens enjoy easy travel to the US under the program, reinforcing the strong historical and economic ties between the two countries.

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Poland -

Poland became a Visa Waiver Program member in 2019, allowing its citizens visa-free travel to the US.

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Portugal -

Portugal's participation in the program makes US travel simple for its citizens, promoting tourism between the two nations.

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Qatar -

Part of the program since 2024, Qatar is the first Gulf nation to join the Visa Waiver Program. Its inclusion strengthens its diplomatic and economic connections with the US.

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Romania -

Romania is expected to join the Visa Waiver Program on March 31, 2025, granting its citizens visa-free travel to the US.

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San Marino -

As one of the world's smallest nations, San Marino benefits from the program, ensuring its citizens can visit the US without needing a visa.

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Singapore -

Singapore's strong business and tourism ties with the US are reinforced through its membership in the Visa Waiver Program.

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Slovakia -

Slovakia's participation in the program facilitates easy travel for its citizens, supporting tourism and business exchanges with the US.

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Slovenia -

As a Visa Waiver Program member, Slovenia enjoys seamless travel arrangements with the US, making visits easier for Slovenian citizens.

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South Korea -

South Korea, a close US ally, has been part of the program for years, allowing its citizens visa-free travel.

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Spain -

Spain's longstanding participation in the Visa Waiver Program makes travel to the US smooth and hassle-free for Spanish citizens.

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Sweden -

The citizens of this Nordic nation also enjoys visa-free travel to the US under the Visa Waiver Program.

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Switzerland -

Switzerland is a long-standing Visa Waiver Program member, simplifying US travel for Swiss citizens.

Sources: (US Department of State) (US Customs and Border Protection) 

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