Often asked: Book Visa Appointment?

How do I schedule an appointment for visa interview?

How to Book Your Visa Interview at the Embassy

1. Step 1: Complete the DS-160 form online! (Also known as the Nonimmigrant Visa Application)
2. Step 2 – Find the embassy nearest to you!
3. Step 3 – Pay the non-refundable application fee.
4. Step 4 – Schedule your visa appointment!
5. Step 5 – Attend Your Visa Interview.
6. Step 6 – Pick up your passport with visa.

How do I book an appointment for US visa interview?

Click on Schedule Appointment on the left-hand side menu. This will start the process for scheduling your appointment. You must schedule two appointments, one for the Visa Application Center (VAC) and one for the visa interview at the Embassy or Consulate. First, schedule your appointment at an Visa Application Center.

How can I book US visa appointment in Hyderabad?

You must schedule the VAC appointment at least one day before the interview appointment date. You can schedule both appointments, either online using this website or through the call center.

How do I book my US visa appointment in Nigeria?

How to Apply for a Nonimmigrant Visa

1. For Nonimmigrant Visa applicants:
2. Once you have determined the correct visa type, you must pay the visa fee.
3. The next step is to complete the DS-160 form.
4. You are almost ready to schedule your visa appointment!
5. Visit the U.S. Embassy on the date and time of your visa interview.

How long does visa appointment take?

It takes from 3 to 5 weeks for a US visa application to get processed. After the processing, the applicant can get a positive reply on their application, and the consulate will deliver the document. The delivery of the visa can take up to two other workdays.

How long does it take to get visa interview date?

It can take about 60 days from the date of the embassy interview for your visa application to be processed. In some cases, your visa might be rejected after 6 months. This is particularly common if your application is refused under Section 221(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).

How can I get early US visa appointment?

1. Pay the visa application fee.
2. Complete the Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application (DS-160) form.
3. Schedule an appointment online for the earliest available date.
4. If the Embassy approves your request then you will receive an email alerting you to schedule your expedited appointment online.

How can I pass US visa interview?

The tips below are intended to help you prepare for your visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or U.S. Consulate in your home country.

1. Ties to Home Country.
2. English.
3. Speak for Yourself.
4. Know the Program and How it Fits Your Career Plans.
5. Be Concise.
6. Supplemental Documentation.
7. Not All Countries Are Equal.
8. Employment.

Can I book visa appointment without submitting DS-160?

The Form DS – 160 must be submitted online and the printed confirmation page must be brought to the interview. The Embassy or Consulate will not accept handwritten or typed applications and you will not be permitted to attend your interview without a Form DS – 160 confirmation page.

How early can I book US visa appointment?

Appointment wait times Nonimmigrant visa applicants are encouraged to apply at least three months in advance of the intended date of travel.

What is emergency visa appointment?

Emergency Appointments or Expedited Appointments are available for applicants with genuine emergencies. These appointments are granted on a limited basis based on medical and humanitarian grounds. If your visa was rejected, you cannot take an emergency appointment for a year from the date of rejection.

How many times you can reschedule US visa appointment?

You can reschedule your appointment (for a future date only) and up to a maximum of two times. If you are late or have missed your appointment on the scheduled day, the system will not allow you to reschedule or cancel, and you will be required to book a new appointment after 24 hours.

Can I get US visa without interview?

Applicants renewing their US visa, children below the age of 14, and senior citizen above the age of 79 can qualify for an interview waiver while applying for a US visa starting next month.

What happens if an American marries a Nigerian?

After your marriage in the U.S., your new spouse can apply to USCIS for a green card, through a process called adjustment of status (the primary form for which is the I-485). The two of you will attend a green card interview at a local USCIS office.

What documents do I need for US visa interview in Nigeria?

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• A passport valid for travel to the United States with a validity date at least six months beyond your intended period of stay in the United States (unless country-specific agreements provide exemptions).
• Your visa application fee payment receipt from GTBank.
• Your DS-160 confirmation page.