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As a US passport holder, you do not need a visa for short tourist visits to Brunei, provided your stay is 90 days or less. Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended departure date and you have proof of onward or return travel.

Key facts

For United States passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

You may need a visa if…

• Ensure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from your date of departure from Brunei.
• Immigration officials have the final say on entry and length of stay.
• While not strictly required, having proof of onward or return travel and sufficient funds is highly recommended.
• Overstaying your visa-free period can result in fines, detention, and deportation.
• Brunei applies strict Sharia law; be aware of local customs and laws.

Before you travel

• ✓Check your passport's expiration date to ensure it is valid for at least 6 months beyond your departure from Brunei.
• ✓Confirm you have a confirmed onward or return ticket.
• ✓Ensure you have sufficient funds for your trip.
• ✓Print copies of your flight itinerary and hotel bookings.
• ✓Review local laws and customs, particularly regarding alcohol consumption and dress code.

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