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Virgin Islands Visa Waiver: Easier Entry for Tourists and Business

This new act establishes a visa waiver program for the U.S. Virgin Islands, similar to those for Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands. This means citizens from certain countries can enter the Virgin Islands for up to 45 days without a visa, simplifying travel for tourism and business. Administrative fees will be introduced to cover program processing costs.
Key points
Easier Travel: Citizens from selected countries can enter the Virgin Islands without a visa for short stays.
New Fees: An administrative fee will be introduced for using the visa waiver program.
Security Measures: The program will be monitored, and can be suspended if security risks or abuses arise.
Economic Impact: Expected increase in tourism and investment in the Virgin Islands.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_362
Sponsor: Del. Plaskett, Stacey E. [D-VI]
Process start date: 2025-01-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Virgin Islands Visa Waiver Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_362.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Easier Travel: Citizens from selected countries can enter the Virgin Islands without a visa for short stays.
  • New Fees: An administrative fee will be introduced for using the visa waiver program.
  • Security Measures: The program will be monitored, and can be suspended if security risks or abuses arise.
  • Economic Impact: Expected increase in tourism and investment in the Virgin Islands.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Del. Plaskett, Stacey E. [D-VI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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