→ Kyrgyzstan visa for United States citizens
For citizens of Kyrgyzstan planning to visit the United States, a visa is indeed a prerequisite, with seven distinct types available to suit your travel purpose, from tourism to study, and the application fee is currently set at $185 USD. While the average flight time from Bishkek to New York City hovers around 15-18 hours, remember to account for the substantial 9-hour time difference when arranging your itinerary. Navigating U.S. entry requirements means understanding the nuances of each visa category, especially for longer stays like those permitted for work or student visas.
Visa-free30d stay· verified 2026-05-27
Visa options
StudentStudy Visa (Type S)
Digital NomadDigital Nomad Visa (Type DN)
OtherVisa on Arrival (Tourist/Business, Manas International Airport)
OtherShort-Term Entry-Exit Visa under Simplified Procedure
OtherResidence / Long-Term Visa for Chinese Citizens (Manas Airport, voucher scheme)
7d$500multiple-entry
OtherShort-Term Visa-Free Entry for Chinese Citizens with Long-Term US/UK/Schengen/Ireland Visas
7d$0multiple-entry
OtherVisa-Free Entry (Indefinite stay – selected CIS and partner states)
$0multiple-entry
OtherVisa-Free Entry (90 days within any 180 days – selected states)
90d$0multiple-entryvalid 6mo
OtherVisa-Free Entry (60 days – certain neighbors)
60d$0multiple-entry
OtherVisa-Free Entry (30 days within any 60 days – wide list including EU, UK, US, etc.)
30d$0multiple-entryvalid 2mo
WorkWork Visa (general national category – non‑eVisa)
FamilyFamily / Dependent / Private Visit Visa (general national category – non‑eVisa)
HumanitarianHumanitarian Visa (general national category – non‑eVisa)
30 days within any 60-day period.