Americans Can Travel to These 6 Countries Without a Passport

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Approximately 56% of American adults own a passport. People in urban suburbs and big cities are more likely to own a passport than certain other communities, with those in evangelical hubs and Native American lands having the statistically lowest percentage of passport holders.

You’re in luck if you don’t want to jump through hoops applying (or reapplying) for a passport. Americans can travel to these six countries passport-free.

1: Puerto Rico

Known as “the island of enchantment,” the tiny island of Puerto Rico sits approximately 1,000 miles from Florida. Travelers seeking a tropical getaway do not need a passport to enter Puerto Rico as it’s a U.S. territory. Puerto Rico offers stunning hiking trails, gorgeous beaches, and historic sites like Old San Juan.

2: Guam

Situated in the North Pacific Ocean, Americans visiting Guam can do so freely without a passport. That said, you must have a valid ID like a driver’s license. Guam is just under 6,000 miles west of San Francisco and offers travelers some of the best scuba diving experiences in the world.

3: St. John

St. John Island, one of the many US Virgin Islands, is ideal for couples seeking a romantic vacation. The territory is known for its friendly locals and warm weather. With approximately 20 square miles of land, tourists can expect to be amazed by the crystal-clear blue beaches and immaculate white sand.

4: St. Croix.

St. Croix is one of the most populated US Virgin Islands and doesn’t require a passport for Americans to visit. The island attracts thousands of visitors annually and is a hotspot in the Caribbean tourism industry. It offers beautiful colonial architecture, scenic mountain views, and amazing restaurants.

5: Northern Mariana Islands.

Travelers who visit the Northern Mariana Islands can comfortably put their passports away, given its US territory status. The island offers visitors various activities like scuba diving, hiking, and relaxing beaches. The Northern Mariana Islands has a population of over 58,000 residents and is known for its friendly atmosphere.

6: American Samoa.

Calling all ecotourism lovers! American Samoa is a U.S. territory in the South Pacific. It encompasses seven eye-candy islands and atolls. Rainforests, coral reefs, and soft sand beaches await Americans who choose to visit, no passport required.

What’s Up With US Territories?.

Apart from being comprised of 50 states, the US also has 14 territories. Such territories include American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. Although US territories have voting and other rights different from citizens in the States, Americans are free to visit them without a passport.

Cruise, Anyone?

Certain cruise routes don’t require Americans to have a passport. For example, Cruises that depart and arrive in the U.S. do not require a passport,