VISAS TO THE U.S.

Types of Visas 

A visa is issued by a U.S. Embassy or Consulate. A visa entitles the holder to travel to the United States and apply for admission; it does not guarantee entry. An immigration inspector at the port of entry determines the visa holder's eligibility for admission into the United States.

Please see our security notice if you are planning to visit Berlin, Frankfurt or Munich for your visa interview.

What types of visas are available?

• Non-immigrant Visas
are required by anyone seeking temporary admission into the United States who is not eligible to travel visa free under the Visa Waiver Program, or is not exempt from the visa requirement.  Non-immigrant visas cover visits for tourism, business, work or study.

• Immigrant Visas
are required by anyone seeking to take up indefinite or permanent residence in the United States.  Upon entry into the United States an immigrant visa holder is processed for a Permanent Resident Card, commonly known as a Green Card.
Contact the Immigrant Visa Unit