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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
Visit our general Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for...
- 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
A citizen of a foreign country who seeks to travel to the United States generally must first obtain a U.S. visa. Visas are placed in the traveler’s passport, a travel document issued by the traveler’s country of citizenship.
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.
- Find Out If You Need A Visa to Visit The U.S.
- Visitor (Tourist) Visas and Other Travel Documents For Entering The U.S.
- How to Renew A Visitor Visa
Check if your country participates in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP). If it does, you can get a waiver and will not need a visa. If you do not see your country listed, you will need a visitor visa. If you qualify for a waiver, you will still need to get approval to travel to the U.S. through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA)...
The visitor visa is a type of nonimmigrant visa for people who wish to temporarily enter the U.S. There are two categories: 1. B-1 for business travel 2. B-2 for tourism and medical treatment Learn about B-1 and B-2 visas, including: 1. Reasons you would need each type of visitor visa 2. How to apply using Form DS-160 3. What documents you will nee...
The process to renew a visitor visa is the same as getting one for the first time. Follow the process to apply for a visitor visa from the Department of State. Find the contact information for your nearest U.S. embassy or consulateand get information about visa renewals, including: 1. Processing times 2. Fees 3. Your eligibility for an interview wa...
There are several steps to apply for a visa. The order of these steps and how you complete them may vary by U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Please consult the instructions on the U.S. Embassy or Consulate website. Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application, Form DS-160 – Learn more about completing the DS-160.
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.
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A visa allows a foreign citizen to travel to the U.S. port-of-entry, and the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) immigration inspector authorizes or denies admission to the United States.
