U.S. visas — Department of State
Visitor, student, work and immigrant visas: DS-160 form, fees, appointments and application status.
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Apply for a visa
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Nonimmigrant visa application (DS-160)
Online form for visitor, student, work and exchange visas.
Immigrant visa application (DS-260)
Online application for an immigrant visa once your case is with the National Visa Center.
Directory of visa categories
Find the right visa type for the purpose of your trip.
Visitor visas (B-1/B-2)
Tourism, family visits, medical treatment and business trips.
Student & exchange visas (F, M, J)
Study at a U.S. school or university, or join an exchange program.
Work visas
Temporary worker visas (H, L, O, P…) and employment-based immigration.
Immigrant visas
Immigrate through family, employment or the Diversity Visa program.
Appointments, fees & tracking
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Check visa application status
Track your visa case (CEAC) after the interview.
Visa appointment wait times
Estimated interview wait time at each U.S. embassy and consulate.
Visa fees
Application (MRV) fees for each visa category.
Visa reciprocity by country
Validity, number of entries and civil documents for your nationality.
Visa photo requirements
Size, background and quality rules for your photo.