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HOW TO APPLY FOR A U.S. VISA

Visitors to the U.S. from Great Britain, Ireland, Holland, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Japan, Sweden, Portugal and Switzerland (and 16 other countries; visit travel.state.gov for a complete list) that are travelling with a valid passport do not need a visa for vacation or business travel of 90 days or less. All that is needed is a completed Visa Waiver form which are issued by flight attendants either before or during your flight. However, all visitors must hold round-trip or return tickets. For stays longer than the above, all international visitors need to obtain a B-2 (non-immigrant, pleasure tourist) visa, which is valid for six months.

Citizens of all other countries than those listed above will require a U.S. visa, this can be applied for through the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. You will need to make an appointment early enough before your planned visit, as there can be a wait. Ask the Embassy what forms you will need, what fees you must pay (keep your receipt) and what documentation you must bring to your appointment. Visas are usually issued within a few weeks of application.

It is a important to make photocopies of your passport and any other travel documents before you leave home. Take one set of copies with you, packed separately from the originals, and leave the other set with someone at home.

Posted on 28/02/20081 Comments

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Thank you for the useful information, just what I was looking for!

Posted by Lee on 14/03/2008

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