Consulate information
| Address: |
2525 Massachusetts Avenue, Washington, DC 20008 |
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| Phone: | (202) 612-6700 | Website |
Important Facts
- COVID-19 REGULATIONS (subject to change). Covid-19 entry regulations have been lifted. For up to date information, click on this link
- Passport must have at least six (6) months validity beyond the completion of a trip and at least two (2) blank visa pages.
- NO VISA REQUIRED for nationals of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, El Salvador, Finland, France, Germany, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Peru, Switzerland, Spain, Singapore, Trinidad & Tobago, UK, Venezuela, and some other countries for a maximum stay of 90 days; for nationals of Russian fed. for 60 days; for nationals of Costa Rica and some other countries for 30 days.
- VISA ON ARRIVAL for nationals of Australia, Canada, Haiti, Indonesia, Jamaica, Mauritius, USA, and some other countries for a maximum stay of 90 days.
- E-VISA is available for most nationals including Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mexico, Nigeria, Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and some other countries. Contact the GC Visa office for more information.
- For more information and questions contact the GC Visa office.
| Visa Application Requirements | US | NON-US | e-Visa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valid passport | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Completed and signed application form The application must be typewritten. Not handwritten. | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Completed e-Visa application form | ✔ | ||
| Passport size photos - one (1) photo White background and should be free of shadows, in color and clear, without glasses. Applicants must directly face camera w/ a neutral expression and clearly visible eyes. | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Copy of valid passport's vital information page | ✔ | ||
| Invitation letter (Business visa only) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Recent bank statement | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Copy of flight itinerary A round trip travel airline ticket with traveler's name. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Letter of support (Business visa only) The GC Visa office will provide | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Proof of valid legal residency in the US (copy only) Be ready to show the original when applying in person. | ✔ | ✔ |
Forms and Links
Processing Time
| Processing time | Service type | |
|---|---|---|
| 5 to 7 business days | Regular |
Fee per Visa
Payment Method: Money Order, Online Payment,
| Type of Visa | Fee per Visa | Type of entry | Term of visa |
|---|---|---|---|
| E-visa | 51.50 | Multiple | 6 months |
| e-Visa Non-US Nationals | 60.70 | Single | 3 months |
| Business/Tourist | 60.00 | Single | 6 months |
| Business/Tourist | 200.00 | Multiple | 6 months |
Additional Notes
- Allow (2) two extra days for GC Visa Office to process your application.
- For Long Term/Work Visa and Children under 18, Contact GC Visa Office.
- Please note that Embassies/Country Representative Offices change the requirements on a regular basis without notifying us.
- There is a GC surcharge for our services.
Last updated: November 16, 2022