Information for International Visitors at National Parks

Entering the Grand Canyon National Park for International Visitors

Effective January 1, 2026:

The United States government has updated the requirements necessary to enter national parks and other areas of recreation throughout the country. The new America the Beautiful Digital Pass allows for entry into territories managed by the USDA Forest Service, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

America the Beautiful Digital Pass Details

Cost for U.S. Citizens: $80
Cost for non-U.S. Citizens (16+ years of age): $250
Pass must be purchased in advance before arrival at park
Pass can be purchased at: https://www.recreation.gov/pass/#digital-interagency-passes
Pass is valid for 12 months and is valid for entry into thousands of recreation areas
For locations that charge per vehicle, an America the Beautiful pass admits the pass holder and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle
For locations that charge per person, an America the Beautiful pass admits the pass holder plus 3 adults (16 and older), up to 4 adults

International guests (16+ years of age) that do not purchase the annual pass must pay $100 USD fee per person. Payment can be accepted via cash or card (a $3 processing fee will apply to card payments). Guests will need to provide a valid government issued ID or passport. US citizens and residents are exempt from the $100 USD fee.

View the National Park Service Commercial Tours and Non Resident Fees Page for more information.

Is the Entire Grand Canyon Affected by This New Regulation?

No – only the Grand Canyon National Park (also known as the South Rim) is subject to these regulations for international visitors. The Grand Canyon West is owned by the Hualapai Tribe and while they do charge a $99 fee to enter their property, there are no additional fees or passes required for international visitors. The $99 fee provides guests with an All-Access Pass, which includes entry onto the world-famous Skywalk, access to shuttle service to various lookout points, and a visit to Hualapai Point – a Native American cultural center that houses a restaurant, handmade authentic souvenirs, an arcade where guests can enjoy unlimited gameplay, a shooting gallery, hiking trails, and a zipline. The pass also includes a $10 credit towards dining and/or shopping.

Many Grand Canyon West tours from Las Vegas already include the entry fee, so visitors will not have to spend time waiting to pay upon arrival.

Learn more about the difference between the Grand Canyon West and the Grand Canyon National Park.

Grand Canyon National Park Tours That Include Park Entry

Air-only tours departing from Grand Canyon Airport (as well as air-only sightseeing flights from Las Vegas) do not require international passengers to purchase the America the Beautiful Digital Pass or pay the $100 park entry fee. However, the pass and/or fee requirements apply should the passenger(s) decide to enter the park independently after their tour.

Combination tours that include both a flight over the Grand Canyon and a ground excursion into the park do require international passengers to provide their America the Beautiful Digital Pass or pay the $100 park entry fee.

International visitors participating in a Grand Canyon National Park tour with Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters who have not purchased their annual pass in advance can submit their $100 payment during check-in before embarking on their excursion.

Other America the Beautiful Pass Options:

There are a variety of other America the Beautiful digital passes that U.S. citizens and residents can choose from depending on their age, military status, or disability status:

Access Pass: For U.S. citizens and residents with a permanent disability
Military Lifetime Pass: For U.S. military veterans and Gold Star family members
Military Annual Pass: For active-duty U.S. military service members and their dependents
Every Kid Outdoors 4th Grade Pass: For U.S. fourth graders including homeschool and free learning children 10 years of age
Senior Annual Pass: For U.S. citizens and residents 62 years of age and older
Senior Lifetime Pass: For U.S. citizens and residents 62 years of age and older