Virgin Islands Visa Waiver Act of 2025

# Virgin Islands Visa Waiver Act of 2025 – Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would allow the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to create a visa waiver program for the U.S. Virgin Islands. Under this program, citizens from certain countries could visit the Virgin Islands for up to 45 days without obtaining a visa beforehand, as long as DHS determines they don't pose a security risk. The bill essentially extends an existing waiver program that already applies to Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands to also include the U.S. Virgin Islands. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily benefit tourists and visitors from eligible countries who want to travel to the U.S.

Virgin Islands, as it would make travel easier and faster. It could also benefit the Virgin Islands' tourism industry by potentially increasing visitor numbers. U.S. security agencies would need to determine which countries qualify for the program. **Current Status** The bill (HR 362) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Delegate Stacey Plaskett from the U.S. Virgin Islands and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.