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Micronesia Visa for United States Citizens 2026

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US citizens can enter the Federated States of Micronesia visa-free for up to 30 days under the Compact of Free Association, extendable while in the country.

Guide last updated October 2, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for the duration of your stay.
  • No visa application form needed
  • Proof of onward/return ticket
  • Proof of accommodation
  • No biometrics collected on arrival
  • Travel health insurance recommended given limited medical facilities on outer islands

Visa types

  • No visa is required for US citizens; entry is governed by the Compact of Free Association (COFA), granting visa-free entry for up to 30 days for tourism or business.
  • Extended stays beyond 30 days require a visitor's permit extension from the FSM Department of Justice, Immigration Division.

Entry conditions

  • US citizens may stay up to 30 days visa-free under COFA.
  • Tourism and short business visits are permitted; paid local employment requires a separate foreign investment or work permit.
  • Present your passport and onward ticket at immigration upon arrival at any of the FSM's international airports (Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap, or Kosrae).
  • Extensions beyond 30 days, up to a total of 1 year in some cases, can be requested through the FSM Immigration Division while in-country.

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee applies for the initial 30-day visa-free entry under COFA.
  • No VFS/BLS fees since no advance application is required.
  • Total cost estimate: USD 0 for entry.
  • Extension processing: typically 3-7 working days through the local Immigration Division office, with a modest administrative fee of approximately USD 15-25.

Tips for United States travelers

  • Confirm inter-island flight connections in advance, as FSM's four states (Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap, Kosrae) have limited and infrequent flights between them.
  • Common issue: travelers without confirmed onward tickets may be questioned at immigration given limited flight frequency.
  • No VFS/BLS center applies - this is a direct airport arrival process under COFA.
  • Check the US State Department's country information for FSM for updates on health and travel conditions.
  • For extensions, visit the Immigration Division office (information via https://www.fsmgov.org/) promptly, as processing can take several days on the outer islands.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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