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4 | On March 20, 2020, the U.S. Department of State ("DOS") indefinitely suspended routine nonimmigrant and immigrant U.S. visa services at all U.S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic. This suspension impacts individuals outside the United States seeking to apply for a U.S. visa at a consular post. On July 20, 2020, the DOS announced the phased-in reopening of consular posts on a post-by-post basis, subject to local conditions, staffing capacity, and other considerations. For ongoing immigration updates on COVID-19, please visit our website at www.golawcorp.com. | ||||||||
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6 | Country | Post | Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Appointments | Immigrant Visa (IV) Appointments | Embassy Email Contacts | Last Updated | Government Link | ||
7 | Argentina | Buenos Aires | U.S. Embassy in Argentina resumed limited routine nonimmigrant visa appointments beginning December 1, 2021 An applicant may apply at any U.S. Consulate abroad. However, it may be more difficult to qualify for the visa when applying outside one’s own country of permanent residence. You are expected to demonstrate strong ties to your country of residence which support your intention to return home after a temporary visit to the US. Therefore, applicants are advised to apply in their own country of permanent residence where they can more easily demonstrate these required ties. | Immigrant visa interview appointments are continuing as scheduled. If you are unable to attend your interview, please go to the appointment scheduling system and select “I cannot attend my appointment” (K1 applicants should select “reschedule appointment”) under the “group actions” button. You will be able to reschedule your appointment for a later date. If no appointments are available, please continue to check the system. We will add more appointments as our capacity allows. If you are an immigrant visa applicant whose interview appointment we canceled in March or April 2020, and you have not heard from us yet, please contact us at buenosaires-IV@state.go | buenosaires-IV@state.gov | 8-Dec-21 | https://ar.usembassy.gov/visas/ https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-ar/niv/information/announcements#581-the_united_states_embassy_in_argentina_remains_unable_to_resume_routine_immigrant_and_nonimmigrant_visa_services_at_this_time_20200715162707 | ||
8 | Australia | Melbourne | The U.S. Consulate General Perth and Melbourne are providing visa services. | Consulate in Melbourne has resumed routine services. The number of visa interviews per day will remain limited to ensure COVID-19 related social distancing. Due to COVID-19 social distancing guidelines, Consulate General Melbourne will temporarily reduce its physical operating hours starting on Monday, April 27th until further notice. The Consulate will now be open from 8 AM to 5 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays only. | MelbourneVisas@state.gov | 8-Dec-21 | https://au.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/melbourne/ https://www.ustraveldocs.com/au/index.html | ||
9 | Australia | Perth | The U.S. Consulate General Perth and Melbourne are providing visa services. | Consulate in Perth has resumed routine services. The number of visa interviews per day will remain limited to ensure COVID-19 related social distancing. Should you require further assistance you can contact the visa section at the email and numbers listed below. Email: perthacs@state.gov Phone: (08) 6144-5100 and follow prompts to American Citizen Services Fax: (08) 9325-5914 | perthvisas@state.gov | 8-Dec-21 | https://au.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/perth/ https://www.ustraveldocs.com/au/index.html | ||
10 | Australia | Sydney | The U.S. Consulate General Sydney has paused routine and emergency visa services. | The United States Consulate General Sydney has paused routine and emergency visa services, while we move to our new location. This includes Immigrant visa applicants (including K fiancé(e) visa applicants), Diversity visa (DV) applications and services for Lawful Permanent Residents. To address the reduction in services and move delay in Sydney, the U.S. Consulate General Melbourne will start conducting interviews for immigrant visa applicants in December 2021. Our immigrant visa team contacted all of our immigrant visa applicants with pending cases held at U.S. Consulate Sydney by email last Friday, 05th November 2021. If you have not received an email, please email SydneyIV@state.gov. American Citizen Services Email: SydneyACS@state.gov Visa Inquiries Email: support-australia@ustraveldocs.com Telephone: Call 1300 139 399 | NIV: SydneyVisas@state.gov IV: SydneyIV@state.gov | 8-Dec-21 | https://au.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/sydney/ https://www.ustraveldocs.com/au/index.html | ||
11 | Austria | Vienna | AUSTRIA LOCKDOWN – CONSULAR OPERATIONS The Government of Austria has announced a hard lockdown effective Monday, November 22 until at least Monday, December 13. VISA APPOINTMENTS: We will honor all previously-scheduled appointments for visas, but no further appointments will be opened during the lockdown dates. If you have an urgent travel requirement, please click here to request an expedited appointment. | AUSTRIA LOCKDOWN – CONSULAR OPERATIONS The Government of Austria has announced a hard lockdown effective Monday, November 22 until at least Monday, December 13. VISA APPOINTMENTS: We will honor all previously-scheduled appointments for visas, but no further appointments will be opened during the lockdown dates. If you have an urgent travel requirement, please click here to request an expedited appointment. | support-austria@ustraveldocs.com | 8-Dec-21 | https://at.usembassy.gov/embassy-vienna-resumes-limited-visa-services/g | ||
12 | Bahamas | Nassau | Appointments are available for all nationalities. However, Third Country Nationals traveling to Nassau to apply for a visa should be aware that: - Appointments may not be available for several months; - We will not approve expedited appointments for such applications under any circumstances (see item #3); and - The applicant assumes all risks involved in the application, including the fact that, the visa application may be delayed or denied. All visa cases, if approved, require at least 5-7 days processing time. For general policies regarding visa applicants who are not nationals of the district, please see https://bs.usembassy.gov/visas/nonimmigrant-visas/ under “Third Country Nationals.” | U.S. Embassy Nassau (The Bahamas) have restore some visa services. Normal operations with our usual appointment levels will likely not resume until the COVID-19 pandemic has ended.. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided at Ais.usvisa-info.com, by phone at +1-242-603-1290 or +1-703-831-3448, or via email to VisaNassau@state.gov to request an emergency appointment. | NIV – VisaNassau@state.gov IV – IVNassau@state.gov | 21-Oct-21 | https://bs.usembassy.gov/embassy/nassau/ https://bs.usembassy.gov/cancellation-of-routine-visa-appointments/ | ||
13 | Barbados | Grenada | The U.S. Embassy in Barbados has paused routine nonimmigrant visa services effective Tuesday, October 12 due to COVID-19 local conditions. While we continue to provide emergency and mission-critical nonimmigrant visa services, these appointments are extremely limited. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. | Beginning May 3, 2021, the United States Embassy in Barbados is offering limited routine appointments for immigrant visa applicants. We will also open a limited number of K1 fiancé appointments. | NIV - bridgetownniv@state.gov IV - bridgetowniv@state.gov | 8-Dec-21 | https://bb.usembassy.gov/embassy/grenada/ https://bb.usembassy.gov/resumption-of-limited-routine-consular-services/ | ||
14 | Barbados | Bridgetown | The U.S. Embassy in Barbados has paused routine nonimmigrant visa services effective Tuesday, October 12 due to COVID-19 local conditions. While we continue to provide emergency and mission-critical nonimmigrant visa services, these appointments are extremely limited. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. | Beginning May 3, 2021, the United States Embassy in Barbados is offering limited routine appointments for immigrant visa applicants. We will also open a limited number of K1 fiancé appointments. | 8-Dec-21 | https://bb.usembassy.gov/embassy/bridgetown/ https://bb.usembassy.gov/resumption-of-limited-routine-consular-services/ | |||
15 | Belgium | Brussels | Nonimmigrant Visa Applicants who reside in Belgium: Follow the instructions to apply for a visa and select an available appointment. If you have imminent travel, request an expedited visa appointment and be specific about your purpose of travel in the expedite request. If you are requesting an expedited appointment and you are not a Belgian citizen, you must describe how you are a resident of Belgium in your expedite request. Nonimmigrant Visa Applicants who do not reside in Belgium: There is no restriction on individuals not residing in Belgium to make an appointment in Brussels. However, the soonest appointment times for many visa types in Brussels are in summer 2022. U.S. Embassy Brussels does not have the capacity to approve expedited visa requests from individuals not residing in Belgium for any reason, no matter how urgent. If you do not live in Belgium and you have an urgent need for a visa appointment, you must request an expedited appointment with a U.S. embassy or consulate in the country in which you reside. | The United States Embassy in Brussels processing all immigrant visa cases, including fiancé(e) visas. Please see our webpage on Immigrant Visas for further information about the immigrant visa process. | fae_contactus+be+info+en@visaops.net | 8-Dec-21 | https://be.usembassy.gov/embassy/brussels/ https://be.usembassy.gov/information-about-covid-19-and-travel-to-the-us/ | ||
16 | Belize | Belmopan | The United States Embassy in Belmopan, Belize is cancelling routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. | The United States Embassy in Belmopan, Belize is cancelling routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. | ConsulBelize@state.gov acari_contactus+bz+info+en@visaops.net | 8-Dec-21 | https://bz.usembassy.gov/embassy/ https://bz.usembassy.gov/visas/ | ||
17 | Bolivia | La Paz | The Consular Section is providing routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services. Due to increased demand and mandatory biosecurity measures, visa applicants should anticipate longer than usual wait times for a visa interview appointment. Travelers needing consular assistance for legitimate emergency travel to the United States should contact the Consular Section via email: ConsularLaPazNIV@state.gov. | The Consular Section is providing routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services. Due to increased demand and mandatory biosecurity measures, visa applicants should anticipate longer than usual wait times for a visa interview appointment. Travelers needing consular assistance for legitimate emergency travel to the United States should contact the Consular Section via email: ConsularLaPazNIV@state.gov. | NIV - ConsularLaPazNIV@state.gov IV - ConsularLaPazIV@state.gov | 8-Dec-21 | https://bo.usembassy.gov/embassy/ | ||
18 | Brazil | Sao Paulo | The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil has resumed routine nonimmigrant visa appointments beginning November 8, 2021. | The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil will resume routine nonimmigrant visa appointments beginning November 8, 2021. | brazil_contactus+br+info+en@visaops.net (General visa enquiry across all consulate/embassy in Brazil) | 8-Dec-21 | https://br.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/saopaulo/ https://br.usembassy.gov/health-alert-update-on-immigrant-visa-appointments-and-lawful-permanent-resident-status-during-covid-19/ | ||
19 | Brazil | Rio de Janeiro | The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil has resumed routine nonimmigrant visa appointments beginning November 8, 2021. | The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil will resume routine nonimmigrant visa appointments beginning November 8, 2021. | IV - immigrationrio@state.gov | https://br.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/riodejaneiro/ | |||
20 | Brazil | Recife | The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil has resumed routine nonimmigrant visa appointments beginning November 8, 2021. | The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil will resume routine nonimmigrant visa appointments beginning November 8, 2021. | RecifeVisa@state.gov | https://br.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/recife/ | |||
21 | Brazil | Porto Alegre | The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil has resumed routine nonimmigrant visa appointments beginning November 8, 2021. | The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil will resume routine nonimmigrant visa appointments beginning November 8, 2021. | portoalegreniv@state.gov | https://br.usembassy.gov/pt/embassy-consulates-pt/consulado-geral-dos-estados-unidos-em-porto-alegre/u-s-consulate-porto-alegre/ | |||
22 | Brazil | Belo Horizonte | The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil has resumed routine nonimmigrant visa appointments beginning November 8, 2021. | The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil will resume routine nonimmigrant visa appointments beginning November 8, 2021. | https://br.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/embassy-branch-office-in-belo-horizonte/ | ||||
23 | Bulgaria | Sofia | The Consular Section at U.S. Embassy in Sofia is pleased to announce the resumption of visa appointments for all categories of nonimmigrant visas on a limited basis. Beginning December 8, we will offer a limited number of appointments for visitor visas (B1, B1/B2, B2). We are offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow, and we encourage applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. We are able to offer a limited number of appointments at this time, and they will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Applicants who have been outside of Bulgaria must wait for 10 days after their return to Bulgaria before coming for a visa interview, unless they are fully vaccinated. We will have slots available for Bulgarian nationals and long-term residents in Bulgaria. In addition, we will offer a limited number of appointments on specific dates for third country nationals interested in applying in Sofia. | The Consular Section at U.S. Embassy in Sofia is pleased to announce the resumption of visa appointments for all categories of nonimmigrant visas on a limited basis. Beginning December 8, we will offer a limited number of appointments for visitor visas (B1, B1/B2, B2). We are offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow, and we encourage applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. We are able to offer a limited number of appointments at this time, and they will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Applicants who have been outside of Bulgaria must wait for 10 days after their return to Bulgaria before coming for a visa interview, unless they are fully vaccinated. We will have slots available for Bulgarian nationals and long-term residents in Bulgaria. In addition, we will offer a limited number of appointments on specific dates for third country nationals interested in applying in Sofia. | NIV_Sofia@state.gov | 10-Jan-22 | https://bg.usembassy.gov/ | ||
24 | Cambodia | Phnom Penh | As of April 28, 2021, the United States Embassy Phnom Penh resumed routine visa services for immigrant visas while offering limited number of nonimmigrant visa appointments.If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided at https://ustraveldocs.com/kh/kh-niv-expeditedappointment.asp for nonimmigrant visa or email IVPhnomPenh@state.gov for immigrant visa to request an emergency appointment. | As of April 28, 2021, the United States Embassy Phnom Penh resumed routine visa services for immigrant visas while offering limited number of nonimmigrant visa appointments.If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided at https://ustraveldocs.com/kh/kh-niv-expeditedappointment.asp for nonimmigrant visa or email IVPhnomPenh@state.gov for immigrant visa to request an emergency appointment. | support-cambodia@ustraveldocs.com. | 8-Dec-21 | https://kh.usembassy.gov/embassy/phnom-penh/ https://www.ustraveldocs.com/kh/index.html | ||
25 | Canada | Ottawa | The United States Embassy and Consulates in Canada have resumed U.S. citizen services and most nonimmigrant visa services. However, the consular posts are prioritizing Canadian residents with significant humanitarian concerns. The appointment wait times can be lengthy for all applicants. https://ca.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/consular-operations-updates/ | The United States Embassy and Consulates in Canada have resumed U.S. citizen services and most nonimmigrant visa services. However, the consular posts are prioritizing Canadian residents with significant humanitarian concerns. The appointment wait times can be lengthy for all applicants. https://ca.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/consular-operations-updates/ | 8-Dec-21 | https://ca.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information-canada/ https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-ca/niv/information/announcements#582-the_united_states_embassy_and_consulates_in_canada_remain_unable_to_resume_routine_immigrant_and_nonimmigrant_visa_services_at_this_time_20200715203148 | |||
26 | Canada | Calgary | Calgary_NIV@state.gov | ||||||
27 | Canada | Winnipeg | Calgary_NIV@state.gov (Advised to contact Calgary office for emergency cases) | ||||||
28 | Canada | Vancouver | |||||||
29 | Canada | Toronto | TorontoPassport@state.gov for American Citizen Service inquiries TRTNIV@state.gov for inquiries about U.S. visas | ||||||
30 | Canada | Quebec | NIV : QuebecNIV@state.gov IV : usquebecprotocol@state.gov | ||||||
31 | Canada | Montreal | NIV : montreal-niv@state.gov IV : montreal-iv-dv@state.gov | ||||||
32 | Canada | Halifax | consularh@state.gov | ||||||
33 | Chile | Santiago | U.S. Embassy Santiago began a phased resumption of visa services on November 2, 2020. Limited visa processing resumed for all visa classes except B1/B2 visitors for tourism/business requiring an interview. We continue to provide emergency and mission-critical visa services for all visa classes as resources and local conditions allow. While the Embassy aims to process cases as soon as practicable, there is likely to be increased wait times for completing visa services due to substantial backlogs. We are unable to provide a specific date of when we will resume full routine visa operations at this time. | As of February 25, 2021, Embassy Santiago is interviewing for all classes/types of immigrant visas. Visa processing may be delayed due to limited resources and other challenges related to the coronavirus pandemic. | santiagovisa@state.gov. | 5-Apr-21 | https://cl.usembassy.gov/visas/ https://cl.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-santiago-routine-visa-services-suspended-until-further-notice/ | ||
34 | China | Beijing | On November 9, 2021, regular visa services will resume at U.S. Embassy Beijing and the U.S. Consulates General in Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Shenyang. . | On November 9, 2021, regular visa services will resume at U.S. Embassy Beijing and the U.S. Consulates General in Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Shenyang. . | support-china@ustraveldocs.com | 8-Dec-21 | https://china.usembassy-china.org.cn/ | ||
35 | China | Guangzhou | https://china.usembassy-china.org.cn/embassy-consulates/guangzhou/ | ||||||
36 | China | Shanghai | https://china.usembassy-china.org.cn/embassy-consulates/shanghai/ | ||||||
37 | China | Shenyang | https://china.usembassy-china.org.cn/embassy-consulates/shenyang/ | ||||||
38 | Colombia | Bogota | As noted, U.S. Embassy Bogotá has suspended routine nonimmigrant visa services due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are approving expedited appointment requests for nationals and residents of Colombia and Venezuela and scheduling as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow in mission-critical visa categories. These categories include a limited number of appointments for student (F and M), exchange visitor (J), and petition-based employment visas as well as visitor visas for emergency travel and urgent purposes. If you need to travel immediately, please follow the instructions at https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-co/niv/information/faqs#need_earlier_appt to request an expedited appointment. If your request is approved, but you are experiencing flu-like symptoms or believe you may have been exposed to COVID-19, please contact us so that we can reschedule your appointment 14 days later. If you have questions, please contact us at https://co.usembassy.gov/visas/nonimmigrant-visas/non-immigrant-visa-contact-form/. | Beginning March 1, 2021, we have increased the range of immigrant visa services available and resumed limited, routine immigrant visa interviews. Among immigrant visa applications, we will prioritize emergency cases and then Immediate Relative family members of U.S. citizens (IR-1, IR-2, CR-1, CR-2, IR-5) including intercountry adoptions (IH-3, IR-3), fiancé(e)s of U.S. citizens (K-1, K-2), and certain Special Immigrant Visa applications according to the Department of State’s priority order. | asa_contactus+co+info+es@visaops.net | 8-Dec-21 | https://co.usembassy.gov/visas/ https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-co/iv/information/contact_us | ||
39 | Costa Rica | San José | The United States Embassy in San Jose remains unable to resume routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services at this time. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided at https://www.ustraveldocs.com/cr/cr-niv-expeditedappointment.asp to request an emergency appointment. Applicants for H1B, H2B, H4, L and certain J categories covered by Presidential Proclamation 10052 should request an appointment only if you have reason to believe you may qualify for one of the exceptions listed in the Proclamation here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/proclamation-suspending-entry-aliens-present-risk-u-s-labor-market-following-coronavirus-outbreak/. | The United States Embassy in San Jose remains unable to resume routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services at this time. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided at https://www.ustraveldocs.com/cr/cr-niv-expeditedappointment.asp to request an emergency appointment. Applicants for H1B, H2B, H4, L and certain J categories covered by Presidential Proclamation 10052 should request an appointment only if you have reason to believe you may qualify for one of the exceptions listed in the Proclamation here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/proclamation-suspending-entry-aliens-present-risk-u-s-labor-market-following-coronavirus-outbreak/. | support-costarica@ustraveldocs.com | 15-Jul-20 | https://cr.usembassy.gov/embassy/ https://www.ustraveldocs.com/cr/index.html?firstTime=No | ||
40 | Croatia | Zagreb | Visa Services: Emergency appointments may be approved for C1/D, F, M, J, E, I, O, P, H, and L visas with immediate planned travel. Very limited appointments will be approved for emergency, mission-critical B1/B2 travel. To apply for a visa interview you must register in the system, make payment and schedule the first available appointment. Next, please follow our guidance to request an emergency appointment | A limited number of appointments are available on Mondays and Wednesdays. Schedule an appointment for routine services. | ZagrebIV@state.gov | 8-Dec-21 | https://hr.usembassy.gov/embassy/zagreb/ | ||
41 | Czech Republic | Prague | Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. Embassy Prague will remain unable to resume routine visa operations and will continue to have reduced capacity to process nonimmigrant visas for the foreseeable future. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. While U.S. Embassy Prague aims to process visa cases as soon as possible, there are increased wait times and substantial backlogs, and we will be unable to accommodate most requests for expedited appointments. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. US Embassy Prague only accepts visa applications for Czech citizens and Czech residents at this moment. . Please continue checking our website for more information and for any updates on when normal visa processing will resume. | Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. Embassy Prague will remain unable to resume routine visa operations and will continue to have reduced capacity to process nonimmigrant visas for the foreseeable future. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. While U.S. Embassy Prague aims to process visa cases as soon as possible, there are increased wait times and substantial backlogs, and we will be unable to accommodate most requests for expedited appointments. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. US Embassy Prague only accepts visa applications for Czech citizens and Czech residents at this moment. . Please continue checking our website for more information and for any updates on when normal visa processing will resume. | consprague@state.gov | 8-Dec-21 | https://cz.usembassy.gov/embassy/ | ||
42 | Denmark | Copenhagen | As of August 14, the United States Embassy Copenhagen in Denmark resumed certain nonimmigrant visa services, including: F/M/J, C1/D, I, O, P, E, H1B/H2B, L, and very limited B1/B2 services all in accordance with applicable Presidential Proclamations. While the Embassy aims to process cases as soon as practicable, there is likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. The MRV fee is valid and may be used to schedule an interview appointment in the country where it was purchased within one year of the date of payment. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided at https://ustraveldocs.com/dk/dk-niv-expeditedappointment.asp to request an emergency appointment. | As of August 14, the United States Embassy Copenhagen in Denmark resumed certain nonimmigrant visa services, including: F/M/J, C1/D, I, O, P, E, H1B/H2B, L, and very limited B1/B2 services all in accordance with applicable Presidential Proclamations. While the Embassy aims to process cases as soon as practicable, there is likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. The MRV fee is valid and may be used to schedule an interview appointment in the country where it was purchased within one year of the date of payment. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided at https://ustraveldocs.com/dk/dk-niv-expeditedappointment.asp to request an emergency appointment. | Support-denmark@ustraveldocs.com | 8-Dec-21 | https://dk.usembassy.gov/suspension-of-routine-visa-appointments/ | ||
43 | Dominican Republic | Santo Domingo | The U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo is providing limited processing of routine student and work visa appointments, as local conditions allow. Routine tourist visa appointments remain suspended at this time, and only cases that meet the requirements for emergency processing or are eligible for interview waiver are being scheduled. | The Immigrant Visa Unit has resumed limited immigrant visa operations. While the appointment availability remains restricted by public health conditions, the Immigrant Visa Unit is currently scheduling visa appointments on a very limited basis in the following categories: (1) Adoptions: appointments for adopted children of U.S. Citizens (2) Spouses, children and parents of U.S. Citizens (3) Fiancées of U.S. Citizens (4) Applicants petitioned by U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPR) whose immigrant visa interviews were scheduled between March 16, 2020 and April 30, 2020, and subsequently canceled due to the closure of routine visa services on March 16, 2020. | support-dominicanrepublic@ustraveldocs.com | 5-Apr-21 | https://do.usembassy.gov/embassy/ https://do.usembassy.gov/ask-the-consul-when-will-the-embassy-open-for-routine-services/ | ||
44 | Ecuador | Quito | The United States Embassy in Quito has resumed nonimmigrant visa services for F, M, J, C1/D, E, H, L, O, P, R, U, and T or medical emergency B1/B2s visa applications for Ecuadorian citizens or legal permanent resident in Ecuador., Quito is processing Medical emergency B1/B2s visa applications for Ecuadorian citizens or legal permanent resident in Ecuador. | The United States consulate in Guayaquil has resume Immigrant Visas: All Immigrant Visa Categories. | NIV: nivguayaquil@state.gov IV: ivguayaquil@state.gov | 8-Dec-21 | https://ec.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulate/embassy/ | ||
45 | Ecuador | Guayaquil | https://ec.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulate/guayaquil/ | ||||||
46 | Egypt | Cairo | Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States Embassy in Cairo remains unable to resume routine visa operations. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow in mission-critical visa categories, including a limited number of appointments for petition-based employment visas, student visas, and exchange visitor visas. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. Applicant can make an emergency visa appointment request by following: https://www.ustraveldocs.com/eg/eg-niv-expeditedappointment.asp Visa centre has a limited capacity for handling such cases and not everyone who requests an emergency in a priority category will get an expedited visa appointment. | The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is currently processing a limited number of immigrant visa cases. While the Embassy aims to process cases as soon as possible, there will be increased wait times due to a substantial backlog. | Nonimmigrant Visas: consularcaironiv@state.gov Immigrant Visas: consularcairoiv@state.gov | 8-Dec-21 | https://eg.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulate/cairo/ | ||
47 | Egypt | Alexandria | Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States Embassy in Cairo remains unable to resume routine visa operations. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow in mission-critical visa categories, including a limited number of appointments for petition-based employment visas, student visas, and exchange visitor visas. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. Applicant can make an emergency visa appointment request by following: https://www.ustraveldocs.com/eg/eg-niv-expeditedappointment.asp Visa centre has a limited capacity for handling such cases and not everyone who requests an emergency in a priority category will get an expedited visa appointment. | The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is currently processing a limited number of immigrant visa cases. While the Embassy aims to process cases as soon as possible, there will be increased wait times due to a substantial backlog. | 8-Dec-21 | https://alexandria.usconsulate.gov/ | |||
48 | El Salvador | San Salvador | The United States Embassy in El Salvador is resuming certain immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services, including appointments for IR/CR1s, IR/CR2s, IR/IH3s, and IR/IH4s, K-1 fiancée immigrant visas and F-1, M-1, J-1, E, I, O, P, and C1/D nonimmigrant visas. While the Embassy aims to process cases as soon as practicable, there is likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs | The U.S. Embassy San Salvador will process up to 1,000 Guatemalan immigrant visa applicants during the week of November 15-19. Only applicants whose files are complete at the National Visa Center and waiting to be scheduled for an interview qualify for this opportunity. If you wish to find out more or register your interest, please email support-guatemala@ustraveldocs.com or call (502) 2376-1978. | support-elsalvador@ustraveldocs.com | 8-Dec-21 | https://sv.usembassy.gov/embassy/san-salvador/ | ||
49 | Estonia | Tallinn | Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are only offering limited nonimmigrant visa appointments for all categories for applicants resident in Estonia. We are offering very limited appointments for air and sea crew, students/exchange visitors and petition-based work visas for applicants resident outside of Estonia. If you have an emergency or mission-critical case that does not fit within one of those categories please contact us at VisaTallinn@state.gov. U.S. Embassy in Estonia is unable to accommodate nonimmigrant visa applicants from outside of Estonia | U.S. Embassy Tallinn is accepting immigrant visa appointments. | support-estonia@ustraveldocs.com VisaTallinn@state.gov | 6-Jan-22 | https://ee.usembassy.gov/embassy/tallinn/ https://ee.usembassy.gov/alert-visa-services-suspension/ | ||
50 | Finland | Helsinki | The United States Embassy in Helsinki is scheduling appointments for all non-immigrant visa services. However, applicants should prepare for longer than usual appointment wait times due to backlogs. | The United States Embassy in Helsinki is scheduling appointments for all visa classifications. | HelsinkiIV@state.gov | 8-Dec-21 | https://fi.usembassy.gov/visas/ | ||
51 | France | Paris | As of March 16, 2020, the United States Embassy in Paris, France is cancelling routine immigrant and non-immigrant visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. Applicants outside of France should make an appointment with the Embassy where they are currently located. | IV: ParisIVPending@state.gov NIV: ParisVisaInquiry@state.gov fae_contactus+fr+info+en@visaops.net | 13-Dec-21 | https://fr.usembassy.gov/visas/ | |||
52 | France | Bordeaux | As of March 16, 2020, the United States Embassy in Paris, France is cancelling routine immigrant and non-immigrant visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. We recommend applying in the country where you are a citizen or a legal permanent resident. Currently, most U.S. Embassies and Consulates have limited resources available for processing visa applications; consequently, they are prioritizing the applications of citizens and legal permanent residents. | 13-Dec-21 | https://fr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/bordeaux/ | ||||
53 | France | Lyon | As of March 16, 2020, the United States Embassy in Paris, France is cancelling routine immigrant and non-immigrant visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. We recommend applying in the country where you are a citizen or a legal permanent resident. Currently, most U.S. Embassies and Consulates have limited resources available for processing visa applications; consequently, they are prioritizing the applications of citizens and legal permanent residents. | 13-Dec-21 | https://fr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/lyon/ | ||||
54 | France | Marseille | As of March 16, 2020, the United States Embassy in Paris, France is cancelling routine immigrant and non-immigrant visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. We recommend applying in the country where you are a citizen or a legal permanent resident. Currently, most U.S. Embassies and Consulates have limited resources available for processing visa applications; consequently, they are prioritizing the applications of citizens and legal permanent residents. | 13-Dec-21 | https://fr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/marseille/ | ||||
55 | France | Rennes | Visas and entry to the United States for persons who have been in a Schengen country within fourteen days of intended entry are suspended by Presidential Proclamation (PP 9993). Presidential Proclamation 9993 remains in force. In addition, PP 10052, suspends the entry of nonimmigrants traveling on work visas in the H, L, and certain J visa categories as well as most immigrant visas. When these suspensions are lifted, we will resume routine visa services as soon as possible. | 13-Dec-21 | https://fr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/rennes/ | ||||
56 | France | Strasbourg | As of March 16, 2020, the United States Embassy in Paris, France is cancelling routine immigrant and non-immigrant visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. We recommend applying in the country where you are a citizen or a legal permanent resident. Currently, most U.S. Embassies and Consulates have limited resources available for processing visa applications; consequently, they are prioritizing the applications of citizens and legal permanent residents. | 13-Dec-21 | https://fr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/strasbourg/ | ||||
57 | France | Toulouse | As of March 16, 2020, the United States Embassy in Paris, France is cancelling routine immigrant and non-immigrant visa appointments. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. We recommend applying in the country where you are a citizen or a legal permanent resident. Currently, most U.S. Embassies and Consulates have limited resources available for processing visa applications; consequently, they are prioritizing the applications of citizens and legal permanent residents. | 13-Dec-21 | https://fr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/toulouse/ | ||||
58 | Germany | Berlin | The U.S. Embassy/Consulates has resumed interviews for new visas, including for B2 “tourist” visas. You may begin the process now to complete your visa application , pay the required fees, and schedule an interview date. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. While we aim to process visa cases as soon as practicable, there are increased wait times and substantial backlogs. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. | The U.S. Embassy/Consulates has resumed interviews for new visas, including for B2 “tourist” visas. You may begin the process now to complete your visa application , pay the required fees, and schedule an interview date. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. While we aim to process visa cases as soon as practicable, there are increased wait times and substantial backlogs. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. | support-germany@ustraveldocs.com | 13-Dec-21 | https://de.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/embassy/ | ||
59 | Germany | Düsseldorf | The U.S. Embassy/Consulates has resumed interviews for new visas, including for B2 “tourist” visas. You may begin the process now to complete your visa application , pay the required fees, and schedule an interview date. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. While we aim to process visa cases as soon as practicable, there are increased wait times and substantial backlogs. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. | The U.S. Embassy/Consulates has resumed interviews for new visas, including for B2 “tourist” visas. You may begin the process now to complete your visa application , pay the required fees, and schedule an interview date. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. While we aim to process visa cases as soon as practicable, there are increased wait times and substantial backlogs. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. | 13-Dec-21 | https://de.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/dusseldorf/ | |||
60 | Germany | Frankfurt | The U.S. Embassy/Consulates has resumed interviews for new visas, including for B2 “tourist” visas. You may begin the process now to complete your visa application , pay the required fees, and schedule an interview date. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. While we aim to process visa cases as soon as practicable, there are increased wait times and substantial backlogs. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. | The U.S. Embassy/Consulates has resumed interviews for new visas, including for B2 “tourist” visas. You may begin the process now to complete your visa application , pay the required fees, and schedule an interview date. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. While we aim to process visa cases as soon as practicable, there are increased wait times and substantial backlogs. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. | 13-Dec-21 | https://de.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/frankfurt/ | |||
61 | Germany | Hamburg | The U.S. Embassy/Consulates has resumed interviews for new visas, including for B2 “tourist” visas. You may begin the process now to complete your visa application , pay the required fees, and schedule an interview date. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. While we aim to process visa cases as soon as practicable, there are increased wait times and substantial backlogs. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. | The U.S. Embassy/Consulates has resumed interviews for new visas, including for B2 “tourist” visas. You may begin the process now to complete your visa application , pay the required fees, and schedule an interview date. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. While we aim to process visa cases as soon as practicable, there are increased wait times and substantial backlogs. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. | 13-Dec-21 | https://de.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/hamburg/ | |||
62 | Germany | Leipzig | The U.S. Embassy/Consulates has resumed interviews for new visas, including for B2 “tourist” visas. You may begin the process now to complete your visa application , pay the required fees, and schedule an interview date. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. While we aim to process visa cases as soon as practicable, there are increased wait times and substantial backlogs. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. | The U.S. Embassy/Consulates has resumed interviews for new visas, including for B2 “tourist” visas. You may begin the process now to complete your visa application , pay the required fees, and schedule an interview date. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. While we aim to process visa cases as soon as practicable, there are increased wait times and substantial backlogs. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. | 13-Dec-21 | https://de.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/leipzig/ | |||
63 | Germany | Munich | The U.S. Embassy/Consulates has resumed interviews for new visas, including for B2 “tourist” visas. You may begin the process now to complete your visa application , pay the required fees, and schedule an interview date. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. While we aim to process visa cases as soon as practicable, there are increased wait times and substantial backlogs. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. | The U.S. Embassy/Consulates has resumed interviews for new visas, including for B2 “tourist” visas. You may begin the process now to complete your visa application , pay the required fees, and schedule an interview date. We are currently offering as many appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. While we aim to process visa cases as soon as practicable, there are increased wait times and substantial backlogs. We encourage all applicants to be mindful of the constraints and to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. | 13-Dec-21 | https://de.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/munich/ | |||
64 | Greece | Athens | Embassy Athens has resumed processing limited categories of non-immigrant visa and immigrant visa applications. At this time, they are prioritizing services for citizens and residents of Greece. If applicants are in an excepted category listed below, you may schedule an appointment at https://ais.usvisa-info.com/. The following categories of travelers now qualify for national interest exceptions (NIEs) under Presidential Proclamation 9993, which has suspended routine travel from the Schengen Area to the United States: (1) Students: All students, and their dependents, traveling to the United States on an F or M visa to pursue a full course of study or on a J visa to participate in an exchange program as a bona fide student. (2) Academics: All exchange visitors and their dependents traveling to the United States on J visas in the following categories: Professors, Research Scholars, Short Term Scholars, or Specialists. (3) Business Travelers: Certain business travelers and investors may qualify for National Interest Exceptions under Presidential Proclamation 9993. All travelers in these categories need an ESTA or valid visa AND must first contact the (4) US Embassy for more information about the National Interest Exception at: AthensUSConsul@state.gov | Embassy Athens has resumed processing limited categories of non-immigrant visa and immigrant visa applications. At this time, they are prioritizing services for citizens and residents of Greece. If applicants are in an excepted category listed below, you may schedule an appointment at https://ais.usvisa-info.com/. The following categories of travelers may now qualify for national interest exceptions (NIEs) under Presidential Proclamation 10014, which has suspended the issuance of Immigrant Visas to protect the United States’ labor market. (1) Immediate Family of a U.S. Citizen: -The spouse of a U.S. citizen (IR/CR-1); –The child of a U.S. citizen (IR/CR-2 or IR/IH-3) (2) Health-Care Professional: With a valid I-140 to enter the United States as a physician, nurse, or other healthcare professional; or to perform medical research or other research intended to combat the spread of COVID-19; and any spouse and unmarried children under 21 years old of any such alien who are accompanying or following to join the alien. (3) Investor: To enter under the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. (4) U.S. Military: Any member of the U.S. Armed Forces and any spouse and children of a member of the U.S. Armed Forces. (5) Special Immigrant Visa: To enter the United States pursuant to a Special Immigrant Visa in the SI or SQ classification and any spouse and children. | AthensConsul@state.gov | 5-Apr-21 | https://gr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulate/athens/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7G018UcFElk&feature=youtu.be | ||
65 | Greece | Thessaloniki | https://gr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulate/thessaloniki/ | ||||||
66 | Guatemala | Guatemala City | Due to the ongoing pandemic and for the safety of our customers and staff, the United States Embassy in Guatemala City remains unable to resume routine nonimmigrant visa services at this time. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date. | Due to the ongoing pandemic and for the safety of our customers and staff, the United States Embassy in Guatemala City remains unable to resume routine nonimmigrant visa services at this time. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date. | support-guatemala@ustraveldocs.com | 5-Apr-21 | https://gt.usembassy.gov/embassy/ https://gt.usembassy.gov/changes-in-visa-services-due-to-covid-19/ | ||
67 | Hong Kong | Hong Kong | The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau is pleased to resume limited immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services. No individual who has been outside of our consular district in the past 14 days is permitted entry to the U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau. This rule applies to all applicants who have been outside Hong Kong, including those who have traveled from mainland China, but this rule does not apply to those who have traveled from Macau. | The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau is pleased to resume limited immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services. No individual who has been outside of our consular district in the past 14 days is permitted entry to the U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau. This rule applies to all applicants who have been outside Hong Kong, including those who have traveled from mainland China, but this rule does not apply to those who have traveled from Macau. | support-hongkong@ustraveldocs.com | 13-Dec-21 | https://hk.usconsulate.gov/consulate/ | ||
68 | Hungary | Budapest | The U.S. Embassy in Budapest is currently offering as many nonimmigrant visa appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. Because of the increased wait times, we encourage all applicants to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. | The U.S. Embassy in Budapest is currently offering as many nonimmigrant visa appointments as local conditions, resources, and safety considerations allow. Because of the increased wait times, we encourage all applicants to apply early. Appointments will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis as capacity allows. | acs.budapest@state.gov | 13-Dec-21 | https://hu.usembassy.gov/embassy/budapest/ | ||
69 | Iceland | Reykjavík | Travel in the national interest of the United States includes travel on a temporary basis that provides a substantial benefit to the U.S. economy including certain categories of students, academics, as well as certain business travelers, investors, treaty traders. -STUDENTS – F1, M1 and their dependents Must have a valid I-20 SEVIS fee paid Students will need to self-quarantine subject to local requirements Students with a valid F1/F2 visa and a valid I-20 may travel to the U.S. and apply for admission. -ACADEMICS – J1 and their dependents Must have a valid DS-2019 Includes the following categories: Professors Research scholars Short term scholars Specialists | 20-Jul-20 | https://is.usembassy.gov/embassy/reykjavik/ https://is.usembassy.gov/travel-information-update-u-s-embassy-reykjavik-july-20-2020/ | ||||
70 | India | New Delhi | Drop Box Appointments: Consular sections across India are now accepting a limited number of drop box applications for renewals of H, L, C1/D, O, I, F, M, and J visas at our Visa Application Centers. Please visit our website to determine whether you are eligible for drop box processing and schedule an appointment for document drop-off. A list of drop-off locations is available on our website. How to Request an Expedited Appointment: Applicants can request an expedited appointment through our online appointment system at https://www.ustraveldocs.com/in/expedited-appointment.html. You must already have a confirmed interview appointment date in order to request an expedited appointment. If your expedited appointment request is approved, you will be notified with instructions via email. You should not cancel your existing appointment unless you receive a confirmation that your request for an expedited appointment has been approved. If you have not yet received an approval or denial, your request is still under consideration. Expedited appointment slots are very limited. Please note that due to the high volume of requests, we cannot accommodate all travelers prior to their planned travel dates, even if the purpose of travel is time sensitive. | As of June 7, 2021, the U.S. Consulate in Mumbai is reopening Immigrant Visa Unit appointments of all types: Rescheduling of cancelled appointments SB-1 status and visa applications LPR services (boarding foil) Reissuance of expired visas K applications We will continue to contact those whose appointments were cancelled in April-May 2021 and Spring 2020, in chronological order, by visa category, with instructions to continue processing their cases. We are also resuming 221(g) submission in all categories and the scheduling of routine cases through the National Visa Center, by visa category, as public health conditions allow. We cannot predict when you might be contacted for an appointment. Due to limited appointment availability, we are currently unable to reschedule any cancelled appointments directly, and availability for rescheduling may be very limited, with appointments unavailable at some times. We are also unable to speculate on or respond to inquiries regarding potential future cancellations or appointment availability. | support-india@ustraveldocs.com | 13-Dec-21 | https://in.usembassy.gov/visas/ https://www.ustraveldocs.com/in/index.html https://in.usembassy.gov/update-on-visa-information/?_ga=2.33294455.898923588.1595938940-2097789186.1595570977 | ||
71 | India | Chennai | https://in.usembassy.gov/visas/ https://www.ustraveldocs.com/in/index.html | ||||||
72 | India | Hyderabad | https://in.usembassy.gov/visas/ https://www.ustraveldocs.com/in/index.html | ||||||
73 | India | Kolkata | https://in.usembassy.gov/visas/ https://www.ustraveldocs.com/in/index.html | ||||||
74 | India | Mumbai | https://in.usembassy.gov/visas/ https://www.ustraveldocs.com/in/index.html | ||||||
75 | Indonesia | Jakarta | As of January 28, the United States Embassy in Jakarta and Consulate General Surabaya have resumed services for all nonimmigrant visa categories at reduced capacity. In addition, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta continues to process immigrant visas for spouses, children, and fiancés of U.S. citizens, plus returning residents (IR1/IR2, CR1/CR2, K-1, and SB-1). While we aim to process cases as soon as practicable, there are likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. In light of COVID-19, the U.S. Embassy and Consulate General in Surabaya have implemented social distancing protocols. | As of January 28, the United States Embassy in Jakarta and Consulate General Surabaya have resumed services for all nonimmigrant visa categories at reduced capacity. In addition, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta continues to process immigrant visas for spouses, children, and fiancés of U.S. citizens, plus returning residents (IR1/IR2, CR1/CR2, K-1, and SB-1). While we aim to process cases as soon as practicable, there are likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. In light of COVID-19, the U.S. Embassy and Consulate General in Surabaya have implemented social distancing protocols. | support-indonesia@ustraveldocs.com | 5-Apr-21 | https://id.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/jakarta/ | ||
76 | Indonesia | Surabaya | As of January 28, the United States Embassy in Jakarta and Consulate General Surabaya have resumed services for all nonimmigrant visa categories at reduced capacity. In addition, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta continues to process immigrant visas for spouses, children, and fiancés of U.S. citizens, plus returning residents (IR1/IR2, CR1/CR2, K-1, and SB-1). While we aim to process cases as soon as practicable, there are likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. In light of COVID-19, the U.S. Embassy and Consulate General in Surabaya have implemented social distancing protocols. | As of January 28, the United States Embassy in Jakarta and Consulate General Surabaya have resumed services for all nonimmigrant visa categories at reduced capacity. In addition, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta continues to process immigrant visas for spouses, children, and fiancés of U.S. citizens, plus returning residents (IR1/IR2, CR1/CR2, K-1, and SB-1). While we aim to process cases as soon as practicable, there are likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. In light of COVID-19, the U.S. Embassy and Consulate General in Surabaya have implemented social distancing protocols. | https://id.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/surabaya/ | ||||
77 | Indonesia | Medan | As of January 28, the United States Embassy in Jakarta and Consulate General Surabaya have resumed services for all nonimmigrant visa categories at reduced capacity. In addition, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta continues to process immigrant visas for spouses, children, and fiancés of U.S. citizens, plus returning residents (IR1/IR2, CR1/CR2, K-1, and SB-1). While we aim to process cases as soon as practicable, there are likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. In light of COVID-19, the U.S. Embassy and Consulate General in Surabaya have implemented social distancing protocols. | As of January 28, the United States Embassy in Jakarta and Consulate General Surabaya have resumed services for all nonimmigrant visa categories at reduced capacity. In addition, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta continues to process immigrant visas for spouses, children, and fiancés of U.S. citizens, plus returning residents (IR1/IR2, CR1/CR2, K-1, and SB-1). While we aim to process cases as soon as practicable, there are likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. In light of COVID-19, the U.S. Embassy and Consulate General in Surabaya have implemented social distancing protocols. | https://id.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/medan/ | ||||
78 | Indonesia | Bali | The Consular Agency in Bali provides routine American Citizen Services during regular business hours. These services include: performing notarials, accepting applications for passports and processing reports of birth of U.S. citizens abroad, and absentee voting assistance. | The Consular Agency in Bali provides routine American Citizen Services during regular business hours. These services include: performing notarials, accepting applications for passports and processing reports of birth of U.S. citizens abroad, and absentee voting assistance. | https://id.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/consular-agency-bali/ | ||||
79 | Iran | Tehran | https://ir.usembassy.gov/tehran/ | ||||||
80 | Iraq | Baghdad | As of March 15, 2020, we are not offering appointments slots for nonimmigrant visas inside Iraq. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time. If you need a visa appointment, please visit https://travel.state.gov to find an Embassy or Consulate where you can apply. When we resume routine visa services, we will update this page. | Two groups of family-based immigrant visa categories, immediate relatives and family preference, are provided under the provisions of U.S. immigration law, specifically the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). You may wish to review our Directory of Visa Categories on usvisas.state.gov to learn more about these two categories of immigrant visas, as well as other types of immigrant visas to the United States, including our Diversity Visa Program. To apply for an immediate relative or family preference immigrant visa, follow the steps on the Immigrant Visa Process on usvisas.state.gov. Once you have completed those steps, review the instructions given to you by the National Visa Center (NVC), along with the information presented on this website, for further guidance and instructions. | NIV: BaghdadNIV@state.gov. IV: BaghdadIV@state.gov | 13-Dec-21 | https://iq.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/baghdad/ | ||
81 | Iraq | Basrah | https://iq.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/basrah/ | ||||||
82 | Iraq | Erbil | https://iq.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/erbil/ | ||||||
83 | Ireland | Dublin | The COVID-19 Pandemic continues to affect Embassy Dublin visa operations. Our visa operations remain limited and wait times for appointments and processing times are longer than normal. The Embassy’s first priority is the health and safety of our customers and staff. COVID-19 mitigation efforts require us to allow physical distancing in our small waiting room, which limits the number of appointments we can offer and the Consular Section serves both American citizens and visa applicants. We hope this explains the limited services Embassy Dublin’s Consular Section can offer at this time. | The COVID-19 Pandemic continues to affect Embassy Dublin visa operations. Our visa operations remain limited and wait times for appointments and processing times are longer than normal. The Embassy’s first priority is the health and safety of our customers and staff. COVID-19 mitigation efforts require us to allow physical distancing in our small waiting room, which limits the number of appointments we can offer and the Consular Section serves both American citizens and visa applicants. We hope this explains the limited services Embassy Dublin’s Consular Section can offer at this time. | weeac_contactus+ie+info+en@visaops.net | 13-Dec-21 | https://ie.usembassy.gov/embassy/ https://ie.usembassy.gov/limited-consular-services/ | ||
84 | Israel | Jerusalem | The United States Embassy in Jerusalem and Embassy Branch Office Tel Aviv have resumed certain nonimmigrant visa services, including employment (E/H/L/O/P/R/C1D), student (F/J/M), and very limited tourist and business (B) nonimmigrant visas. Embassy Jerusalem has also resumed processing of K1 fiancé(e) visas, as well as all categories of immigrant visas. Interview capacity remains limited, so there may be a delay in scheduling your interview once your case is documentarily qualified. We are unable to provide a specific timeframe for when we will expand processing to include additional visa types or when we will return to processing at pre-COVID workload levels. If the service you need is not available, or if your travel plans are further in the future, keep checking this page as this is where we will share any updates. If no appointments are available when you first check the calendar on your Visa Appointment Service account, please check it regularly for newly released appointments. We do not operate a waiting list. | The United States Embassy in Jerusalem and Embassy Branch Office Tel Aviv have resumed certain nonimmigrant visa services, including employment (E/H/L/O/P/R/C1D), student (F/J/M), and very limited tourist and business (B) nonimmigrant visas. Embassy Jerusalem has also resumed processing of K1 fiancé(e) visas, as well as all categories of immigrant visas. Interview capacity remains limited, so there may be a delay in scheduling your interview once your case is documentarily qualified. We are unable to provide a specific timeframe for when we will expand processing to include additional visa types or when we will return to processing at pre-COVID workload levels. If the service you need is not available, or if your travel plans are further in the future, keep checking this page as this is where we will share any updates. If no appointments are available when you first check the calendar on your Visa Appointment Service account, please check it regularly for newly released appointments. We do not operate a waiting list. | JerusalemIVInquiries@state.gov | 13-Dec-21 | https://il.usembassy.gov/visas/ https://il.usembassy.gov/health-alert-u-s-embassy-jerusalem-6/?_ga=2.32648183.898923588.1595938940-2097789186.1595570977 | ||
85 | Italy | Rome | The United States Embassy and Consulates in Italy remain unable to resume routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services at this time. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided at https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-it/niv or (+39) 06 9480 3777 to request an emergency appointment. The consulate is currently in emergency operations and therefore only has the capacity for a limited number of visa appointments. We are prioritizing those who are regularly resident in our consular district. | The United States Embassy and Consulates in Italy remain unable to resume routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services at this time. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided at https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-it/niv or (+39) 06 9480 3777 to request an emergency appointment. The consulate is currently in emergency operations and therefore only has the capacity for a limited number of visa appointments. We are prioritizing those who are regularly resident in our consular district. | RomeVisa@state.gov RomeEvisas@state.gov | 13-Dec-21 | https://it.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/ | ||
86 | Italy | Florence | VisaFlorence@state.gov | https://it.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/florence/ | |||||
87 | Italy | Milan | usvisamilan@state.gov | https://it.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/milan/ | |||||
88 | Italy | Naples | NIV : NIVNaples@state.gov IV : IVNaples@state.gov | https://it.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/naples/ | |||||
89 | Jamaica | Kingston | Due to changes in COVID-19 caseloads in Jamaica, the Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy in Kingston will reduce consular services effective September 8. Emergency American Citizen Services and limited visa services will continue. | Due to changes in COVID-19 caseloads in Jamaica, the Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy in Kingston will reduce consular services effective September 8. Emergency American Citizen Services and limited visa services will continue. | KingstonNIV@state.gov | 13-Dec-21 | https://jm.usembassy.gov/embassy/kingston/ https://jm.usembassy.gov/announcement-consular-services-temporarily-limited/ | ||
90 | Japan | Tokyo | As of August 30, 2021, the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo has resumed routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services for all visa categories . While the Embassy and Consulates aim to process cases as soon as practicable, there is likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided online here to request an emergency appointment. | As of August 30, 2021, the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo has resumed routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services for all visa categories . While the Embassy and Consulates aim to process cases as soon as practicable, there is likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided online here to request an emergency appointment. | support-japan@ustraveldocs.com | 13-Dec-21 | https://jp.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/tokyo/ https://jp.usembassy.gov/visas/ | ||
91 | Japan | Fukuoka | As of August 30, 2021, the U.S. Consulate General in Osaka and U.S. Consulate General in Fukuoka have resumed routine nonimmigrant visa services for all visa categories. While the Embassy and Consulates aim to process cases as soon as practicable, there is likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided online here to request an emergency appointment. | - | https://jp.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/fukuoka/ | ||||
92 | Japan | Nagoya | As of August 30, 2021, the U.S. Consulate General in Osaka and U.S. Consulate General in Fukuoka have resumed routine nonimmigrant visa services for all visa categories. While the Embassy and Consulates aim to process cases as soon as practicable, there is likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided online here to request an emergency appointment. | - | https://jp.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/nagoya/ | ||||
93 | Japan | Naha | As of October 18, 2021, the U.S. Consulate General in Naha has resumed routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services for all visa categories . While the Embassy and Consulates aim to process cases as soon as practicable, there is likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided online here to request an emergency appointment. | As of October 18, 2021, the U.S. Consulate General in Naha has resumed routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa services for all visa categories . While the Embassy and Consulates aim to process cases as soon as practicable, there is likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided online here to request an emergency appointment. | https://jp.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/naha/ | ||||
94 | Japan | Osaka | As of December 7, 2020, the U.S. Consulate General in Osaka has limited capacity for nonimmigrant visa services for all visa categories except B visas. B visas are not being processed unless mission critical or involving urgent humanitarian circumstances. | - | https://jp.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/osaka/ | ||||
95 | Japan | Sapporo | As of October 18, 2021, the U.S. Consulate General in Sapporo has resumed routine nonimmigrant visa services for all visa categories. While the Embassy and Consulates aim to process cases as soon as practicable, there is likely to be increased wait times for completing such services due to substantial backlogs. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, please follow the guidance provided online here to request an emergency appointment. | - | https://jp.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/sapporo/ | ||||
96 | Kazakhstan | Astana | We have restored all routine visa operations as of December 2, 2020. U.S. Embassy Nur-Sultan is experiencing longer-than-usual wait times for visa interviews | Immigrant visas to the United States are processed for citizens and residents of Kazakhstan and Tajikistan at the Consulate General in Almaty. | USAKZ@state.gov | 13-Dec-21 | https://kz.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/embassy/ | ||
97 | Kazakhstan | Almaty | We have restored all routine visa operations as of December 2, 2020. U.S. Embassy Nur-Sultan is experiencing longer-than-usual wait times for visa interviews | Immigrant visas to the United States are processed for citizens and residents of Kazakhstan and Tajikistan at the Consulate General in Almaty. | 13-Dec-21 | https://kz.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/almaty/ | |||
98 | Kenya | Nairobi | The U.S. Embassy has resumed limited processing of immigrant visas, in accordance with the priorities set out by the Department of State. We are pleased to announce new interview waivers for visa renewals. If your visitor or student visa (B1/B2, F1, F2, J1, J2, M1, M2) is still valid, or expired less than one year ago, you may be able to renew your visa without an in-person interview. | The U.S. Embassy has resumed limited processing of immigrant visas, in accordance with the priorities set out by the Department of State. We are pleased to announce new interview waivers for visa renewals. If your visitor or student visa (B1/B2, F1, F2, J1, J2, M1, M2) is still valid, or expired less than one year ago, you may be able to renew your visa without an in-person interview. | ImmigrationVisaNairobi@state.gov | 13-Dec-21 | https://ke.usembassy.gov/embassy/nairobi/ | ||
99 | Laos | Vientiane | Due to the recent outbreak of COVID-19 and the notification of lockdown by the Vientiane City Mayor’s Office, the United States Embassy in Vientiane, Laos has temporarily suspended all routine visa services. Given the uncertain circumstances in Laos related to the current outbreak, the Embassy cannot provide a specific date when routine visa services will resume. Once services resume and before scheduling a visa appointment, all Lao citizens and nationals applying in Laos should read further information regarding discontinuation of visa issuance to Lao nationals here. While the Embassy aims to process cases as soon as practicable, there may be increased wait times due to substantial backlogs. | support-laos@ustraveldocs.com | 13-Dec-21 | https://la.usembassy.gov/embassy/vientiane/ | |||
100 | Lebanon | Beirut | Effective July 21, 2021, the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy, Beirut will resume limited routine nonimmigrant visa services. Travelers may schedule appointments for the full range of visa categories on-line. While the Consular Section aims to process cases as soon as practicable, substantial backlogs of applications and limited capacity due to COVID-19 mitigation measures will result in longer wait times for appointments. | support-Lebanon@ustraveldocs.com | 13-Dec-21 | https://lb.usembassy.gov/embassy/beirut/ | |||