FAQ: How To Apply For A Visa For Someone In Haiti?

How to Apply

1. Complete the Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application (DS-160) form.
2. Pay the visa application fee.
3. Schedule your appointment on this web page. You will need the following information in order to schedule your appointment:
4. Visit the U.S. Embassy on the date and time of your visa interview.

How can I bring someone from Haiti to the US?

You must file an application with USCIS and have prior approval from Department of Homeland Security and the State Department before your relatives can leave Haiti and enter the United States. DHS has stated that Haitian nationals without proper documentation will be returned to Haiti.

How long does it take to get a visa to USA from Haiti?

Although visa processing time is typically three working days, processing time for specific cases may vary due to individual circumstances and other special requirements.

How can I bring someone to the US?

Essential Steps to Get an Immigrant Visa

1. In most cases, someone must sponsor you or file an immigrant petition for you.
2. Wait until the petition is approved and a visa is available in your category. Then apply for an immigrant visa.
3. Get a medical examination.
4. Go to an interview.
5. Wait for a decision on your application.

Can I apply for US visa now?

Please note: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the State Department temporarily suspended routine visa services at all U.S. embassies and consulates in March 2020. The process to resume routine visa services began in February 2021.

How much is a Haitian visa?

The fee for a visitor or tourist visa is US $25.00. This type of visa is valid for three (3) months with only one entry into the country. The fee must be paid with a money order, certified check or cashier’s check made out to the Embassy of Haiti.

How long can an American stay in Haiti?

American Citizens, born in the US, who have been in the country for more than 90 days, and who did not apply for an extension of stay, must obtain an exit visa from the Haitian Immigration Service before the 90 days. Do not wait until the last minute. Haiti does not issue business visas.

Is Haiti Immigration open?

Yes. The U.S. Embassy in Haiti has resumed all regular business. The embassy is issuing all types of visas including new non-immigrant and immigrant visas for Haitian nationals. The Embassy is also providing services to U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents.

Is the US Embassy in Haiti open?

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti However, the embassy remains open for services for U.S. citizens in Haiti. Please avoid all unnecessary travel and remain vigilant, as the security situation continues to be highly unpredictable.

Which country Haitian can travel without visa?

Haitian citizens can travel to 22 visa free countries

• Montserrat. Visa Free. Plymouth • Caribbean • Territory of UK.
• Bermuda. Visa Free. Hamilton • Northern America • Territory of UK.
• Gambia. Visa Free.
• Pitcairn. Visa Free.
• Svalbard. Visa Free.
• Benin. Visa Free.
• South Georgia. Visa Free.
• Israel. Visa Free.

How much is a visa to USA?

The application fee for the most common nonimmigrant visa types is US$160. This includes tourist, business, student, and exchange visas. Most petition-based visas, such as work and religious visas, are US$190.

Can I bring my girlfriend to USA?

As a U.S. citizen, you can bring your girlfriend here on a fiancée or fiancé visa. The alternative is to marry her abroad and then petition for her to get an immigrant visa. If the U.S. consul grants the K-1 visa, your fiancée can travel to the U.S. for a 90-day stay. If you marry, she can apply for a green card.

How do I sponsor an immigrant friend to USA?

You can sponsor your friend’s immigration petition financially. Being a financial sponsor to an immigrant can make a big difference to their application and can be the difference between being approved or rejected. You can sponsor your friend financially by providing a Form I-864, Affidavit of Support.

Can I sponsor my girlfriend to USA?

You cannot sponsor your significant other to live with you, only visit. At the moment there isn’t an unmarried partner visa available. Your partner should be your legal spouse or your fiancé. As a general rule, you will have to complete an I-130 Form (Petition for Alien Relative).