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The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) allows citizens of participating countries* to travel to the United States without a visa for stays of 90 days or less, when they meet all requirements.
- Where to Apply
If you are in the United Kingdom, you may schedule an...
- Required Documents
In addition, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)...
- The Interview
For travel to the United States on a temporary basis,...
- Nonimmigrant Visa FAQS
The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) allows citizens of...
- Processing Times & Return of Passport
If a visa application is approved during a visa interview,...
- Overview
Beginning November 29, 2016, Chinese passport holders with...
- Visa Waiver Program (Vwp)
Travelers seeking to enter the United States for business or...
- Ineligibilities & Waivers Including Arrests, Cautions & Convictions
The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) establishes the...
- Where to Apply
- I have an emergency, how can I schedule an appointment? Please note, appointment availability is extremely limited and we cannot guarantee that an expedited appointment will be available for you.
- My passport containing a valid U.S. visa has been lost or stolen. What should I do? If your passport containing a valid visa has been lost or stolen, click here to find out how to report the loss or theft to the Embassy before you apply for a new visa (unless you qualify to travel under the terms of the Visa Waiver Program and obtain an approved ESTA).
- Is the U.S. visa in my expired/replaced/renewed passport still valid? Is my visa still valid if my name has changed? Please click here to find out more.
- Is my damaged visa still valid? If your passport has been damaged by liquid, or if the text or photo on the visa or the biographical data page of your passport has been damaged, you should apply for a new visa (unless you qualify to travel under the terms of the Visa Waiver Program and obtain an approved ESTA).
Contact us through our Visa Navigator. In general, a citizen of a foreign country who seeks to enter the United States temporarily must first obtain a U.S. nonimmigrant visa, which is placed in the traveler’s passport. For information regarding the new VWP/ESTA eligibility requirements, click here.
- Immigrant Visa
- Non-Immigrant Visa
- Visa Free Travel
An immigrant visa is issued to a foreign national who intends to live and work permanently in the United States. In most cases, a relative or employer sponsors the individual by filing an application with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Certain applicants such as workers with extraordinary ability, investors, and certain special ...
Nonimmigrant visas are issued to foreign nationals seeking to enter the United States on a temporary basis for tourism, business, medical treatment and certain types of temporary work. The type of nonimmigrant visa needed is defined by immigration law, and related to the purpose of the travel. Generally, an individual applies directly to the U.S. c...
U.S. policy permits citizens of certain countries as identified below to travel to the United States without a visa. The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) permits nationals from designated countries to apply for admission to the United States for 90 days or less as nonimmigrant visitors for business or pleasure without first obtaining a U.S. nonimmigrant v...
Generally, a citizen of a foreign country who wishes to travel to the United States must first obtain a visa, either a nonimmigrant visa for a temporary stay, or an immigrant visa for permanent residence.
Certain international travelers may be eligible to travel to the United States without a visa if they meet the requirements for visa-free travel. The visa section of this website contains information on U.S. visas for foreign citizens seeking to travel to the United States.
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What type of nonimmigrant visa is needed?
The type of visa you must obtain is defined by U.S. immigration law, and relates to the purpose of your travel. Please visit our Visa Wizard to find out what visa type is appropriate for you. You can also visit our Frequently Asked Questions or find out about the Visa Waiver Program.