Consulate information
| Address: |
3100 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008 |
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| Phone: | (202) 588-6500 | Website |
Important Facts
- COVID-19 REGULATIONS (subject to change). Covid-19 entry regulations have been lifted.
- VISA APPLICATION. To apply for a visa, travelers MUST complete the application and pay the visa fee online (contact us for assistance), and bring all requirements for processing to the GC Visa office. The processing time stated below starts after your biometric appointment. Please notify the GC Visa office at least 2 months before your travel date to avoid any extra charges.
- Passport must have at least six (6) months validity remaining beyond stay and at least one (1) blank visa page.
- NO VISA REQUIRED for nationals of Argentina, Australia, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Finland, France, Germany, Mauritius, Mexico, New Zealand, Netherlands, Norway, Paraguay, Portugal, Spain, Singapore, Trinidad & Tobago, USA, Uruguay, and some other countries for a maximum stay of 6 months.
- Find out what type of visa you need. Visa Eligibility
- For more information and questions contact the GC Visa office.
| Visa Application Requirements | NON-US |
|---|---|
| Valid passport | ✔ |
| Complete online application | ✔ |
| Invitation letter Letter should be addressed to the Consulate General of the Embassy or Immigration officer of the country. Must include: applicant's name as in passport, passport number, detailing the reason for traveling, dates, name, address and telephone number of the host. | ✔ |
| Letter of employment | ✔ |
| Bank statements (last three (3) months) | ✔ |
| Copy of flight itinerary A round trip travel airline ticket with traveler's name. | ✔ |
| Copy of hotel reservation/Evidence of address while staying in the country. | ✔ |
| 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. | ✔ |
| Travel health insurance | ✔ |
Forms and Links
Visa Application Information Standard Visitor Visa Online Application
Processing Time
| Processing time | Service type | |
|---|---|---|
| 3 to 4 weeks | Regular | |
| 7 to 10 business days | Express Service |
Fee per Visa
| Type of Visa | Fee per Visa | Type of entry | Term of visa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visit/Short-term | 136.00 | Single/Multiple | Up to 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