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Brunei Visa for United States Citizens 2026

Visa Free

US citizens can enter Brunei visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or business — no visa application is required in advance.

Guide last updated October 1, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date
  • Proof of onward or return travel
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of sufficient funds if requested
  • No visa application, photo, or biometric submission required before travel
  • Completed arrival card (provided on the flight or at the border)

Visa types

  • No visa required for tourism or business visits of up to 90 days
  • Work, study, or long-term stays require a visa or employment pass arranged in advance through Brunei's Department of Immigration and National Registration or a Brunei embassy/consulate

Entry conditions

  • Maximum stay: up to 90 days for tourism
  • No employment permitted on visa-free entry
  • Border officers may request proof of onward travel and accommodation
  • Extensions beyond the stamped period are uncommon for tourist stays and generally require a visit to the Immigration Department in Bandar Seri Begawan with a valid reason
  • Brunei enforces strict customs rules (alcohol import restrictions, strict drug laws) — review these separately from visa requirements

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee for tourist entry
  • No advance processing time — entry decided at the border on arrival
  • No same-day extension service is widely advertised; plan your trip within the 90-day limit

Tips for United States travelers

  • Plan your full itinerary within the 90-day window since extensions are not routinely granted for tourists
  • Review Brunei's strict customs declarations before arrival, especially regarding alcohol, as this is separate from the visa-free entry itself
  • Dress modestly, especially when visiting mosques or government buildings, as a courtesy rather than a visa requirement
  • Keep your return/onward ticket details accessible for the immigration checkpoint
  • Register your trip with the US Embassy in Bandar Seri Begawan through the State Department's STEP program

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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