Archive · 2 Jun 2025
US Reverses Course: Removes Romania from Visa Waiver Program
The US has decided to prevent Romania from joining the visa waiver program.
This means Romanians won't be able to visit the US for tourism or business without a visa, even though they were approved for the program in January.
The decision was made because of worries about keeping the program safe and secure.
The US says it values its relationship with Romania and may consider them for the program again in the future.
The visa waiver program allows citizens from certain countries to visit the US without a visa for up to 90 days.
The decision comes amid a drop in international tourism to the US.
The US revoked Romania’s entry into the visa waiver program.
The decision followed a review citing concerns about security.
The Biden administration initially approved Romania’s entry on January 9.
Romania was the 43rd nation and fourth under Biden to be admitted.
US citizens can still visit Romania without a visa for up to 90 days.
- Who
- The US government revoked the entry for Romania.
- What
- The US revoked Romania’s entry into the visa waiver program.
- When
- The decision was made four months after the initial approval in January.
- Where
- Romania and the United States.
- Why
- Concerns about maintaining program integrity and border/immigration security.
- Reason for Removal
- Security concerns and maintaining program integrity
- Previous Decision
- Biden administration approved Romania's entry on January 9th
- Affected Activity
- Romania's entry into the US visa waiver program
- Potential Reconsideration
- Romania may be reconsidered for admission in the future
- Timing
- Decision made four months after initial approval
- Program Purpose
- Allows tourism/business travel to the US for up to 90 days without a visa