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Applicants for U.S. nonimmigrant visas should schedule their visa interview appointments at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in their country of residence or nationality. Visa application fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. For more information, visit travel.state.gov.
Applicants for H-1B (and their H-4 dependents), F, M, or J nonimmigrant visas are instructed to adjust the privacy settings on all of their social media accounts to ‘public’ to facilitate vetting necessary to establish their identity and admissibility to the United States under U.S. law.
Pursuant to Presidential Proclamation 10998 on Restricting and Limiting the Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the Security of the United States, which takes effect at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on January 1, 2026, the United States is suspending or limiting entry and visa issuance to nationals of 39 countries as well as individuals applying using travel documents issued or endorsed by the Palestinian Authority. Applicants who are subject to Presidential Proclamation 10998 may still submit visa applications and attend scheduled interviews, but they may be ineligible for visa issuance or admission to the United States. For additional details, visit travel.state.gov.
Effective immediately, the Department of State has paused all visa issuances to diversity immigrant visa applicants. For additional details, visit travel.state.gov here.
A citizen of a foreign country who seeks to enter the United States generally must first obtain a U.S. visa, which is placed in the traveler’s passport.
Certain international travelers may be eligible to travel to the United States without a visa under the Visa Waiver Program, which is administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
The Visa section of this website is about U.S. visas for foreign citizens and nationals to travel to the United States. Visit Travel.State.gov for additional information.
Note: U.S. citizens do not need a U.S. visa for travel to the United States. When planning travel abroad a U.S. citizen may need a visa issued by the embassy or consulate of the country they wish to visit.
For short-term visits to the United States (for tourism, business, education, and more), you can go directly to the online application (form DS-160). For immigrant visas, which are issued to foreign nationals who intend to live and work permanently in the United States, you can visit the U.S. citizenship and Immigration Services site for the relevant forms. If you are unsure what type of visa you need, please use the Visa Wizard below.
Visit this link to contact our customer service center regarding immigrant and nonimmigrant visas.
Visit this link to contact the Consular Section directly regarding case-specific visa inquiries.
Visit this link to contact the Consular Section directly regarding all other consular-related inquiries.
Visit this link to see all frequently asked questions about visa and U.S. citizen services.
Visit this link to contact our customer service center regarding immigrant and nonimmigrant visas.
For Visa Case Status Inquiries
Visit this link to contact the Consular Section directly regarding case-specific visa inquiries.
Visit this link to contact the Consular Section directly regarding all other consular-related inquiries.
Visit this link to see all frequently asked questions about visa and U.S. citizen services.
Please follow these instructions before your immigrant visa interview at the U.S. Embassy in Manila, Philippines
Learn how to transfer your immigrant visas case to or from the Embassy and Consulate.
If you are a permanent or conditional resident who has remained outside of the United States for longer than one year, or beyond the validity period of a Re-entry Permit, due to circumstances beyond your control, you will require a new immigrant visa to re-enter to the United States to resume permanent residence.
If you are filing for Form I-130 (Petition for a Relative), Form I-131A (Boarding Foil Application), Form I-360 (for Widow(er)s of U.S. citizens), and other USCIS services.
Immigrant Visas: Interview Preparation Checklist
Please follow these instructions before your immigrant visa interview at the U.S. Embassy in Manila, Philippines
Immigrant Visas: Case Transfer Requests
Learn how to transfer your immigrant visas case to or from the Embassy and Consulate.
Immigrant Visas: Returning Resident / SB1
If you are a permanent or conditional resident who has remained outside of the United States for longer than one year, or beyond the validity period of a Re-entry Permit, due to circumstances beyond your control, you will require a new immigrant visa to re-enter to the United States to resume permanent residence.
Immigrant Visas: USCIS Services
If you are filing for Form I-130 (Petition for a Relative), Form I-131A (Boarding Foil Application), Form I-360 (for Widow(er)s of U.S. citizens), and other USCIS services.
Visa applicants need to schedule two (2) appointments, first at the Visa Application Center (VAC) for photo and fingerprint collection and second for the visa interview at the U.S. Embassy.
The U.S. visa application process is the same whether you are applying for the first time or renewing your visa. However, if you have previously been issued a U.S. visa that you would like to renew, you may not be required to personally appear for an interview.
The Priority Interview Program (PIP) is designed to promote and facilitate legitimate business travel between the United States and the Philippines. It allows qualifying businesses access to expedited visa appointment, and priority processing of visas and deliveries.
Nonimmigrant Visas: Schedule an Appointment
Visa applicants need to schedule two (2) appointments, first at the Visa Application Center (VAC) for photo and fingerprint collection and second for the visa interview at the U.S. Embassy.
Nonimmigrant Visas: Renew My Visa
The U.S. visa application process is the same whether you are applying for the first time or renewing your visa. However, if you have previously been issued a U.S. visa that you would like to renew, you may not be required to personally appear for an interview.
Nonimmigrant Visas: Priority Interview Program
The Priority Interview Program (PIP) is designed to promote and facilitate legitimate business travel between the United States and the Philippines. It allows qualifying businesses access to expedited visa appointment, and priority processing of visas and deliveries.
Individuals traveling to the United States on official business for a foreign government or for an international organization or mission may apply for a diplomatic or official visa (A, G, or C-3 visa). Holders of nonimmigrant A, G, or C-3 visas are eligible to be accompanied by personal employees during their stay in the United States, subject to certain conditions.
The exchange visitor program’s J visa is designed to promote the interchange of persons, knowledge, and skills in the fields of education, arts, and sciences. Before applying for a visa, all exchange visitor applicants are required to be accepted and approved by an authorized program sponsor. When accepted, the applicant will receive from the educational institution or program sponsors the necessary approval documentation to be submitted when applying for a visa.
The Summer Work Travel program provides foreign students with an opportunity to live and work in the United States during their summer vacation from college or university to experience and to be exposed to the people and way of life in the United States.
Nonimmigrant Visas: Diplomatic / Official Visas
Individuals traveling to the United States on official business for a foreign government or for an international organization or mission may apply for a diplomatic or official visa (A, G, or C-3 visa). Holders of nonimmigrant A, G, or C-3 visas are eligible to be accompanied by personal employees during their stay in the United States, subject to certain conditions.
Nonimmigrant Visas: Exchange Visitor Visa
The exchange visitor program’s J visa is designed to promote the interchange of persons, knowledge, and skills in the fields of education, arts, and sciences. Before applying for a visa, all exchange visitor applicants are required to be accepted and approved by an authorized program sponsor. When accepted, the applicant will receive from the educational institution or program sponsors the necessary approval documentation to be submitted when applying for a visa.
Nonimmigrant Visas: Summer Work Travel
The Summer Work Travel program provides foreign students with an opportunity to live and work in the United States during their summer vacation from college or university to experience and to be exposed to the people and way of life in the United States.
This pamphlet informs you of your legal rights in the United States as a nonimmigrant visa holder in certain employment- and education-based categories.
This pamphlet informs applicants applying for K-1 visas, K-3, IR-1/CR-1 immigrant visas, and F2A immigrant visas of their legal rights in the United States relating to domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse.
On July 5, 2019, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) field office in Manila permanently closed. Individuals who were previously assisted by USCIS Manila must follow the new filing instructions listed on the USCIS website. All public inquiries should be directed to the USCIS contact center.
Rights and Protections for Temporary Workers
This pamphlet informs you of your legal rights in the United States as a nonimmigrant visa holder in certain employment- and education-based categories.
Rights and Protections for Immigrant Visa Applicants
This pamphlet informs applicants applying for K-1 visas, K-3, IR-1/CR-1 immigrant visas, and F2A immigrant visas of their legal rights in the United States relating to domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
On July 5, 2019, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) field office in Manila permanently closed. Individuals who were previously assisted by USCIS Manila must follow the new filing instructions listed on the USCIS website. All public inquiries should be directed to the USCIS contact center.
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Our goal is to inspire people from around the world to discover all the exciting travel possibilities in the United States.

Browse 180 pages packed with beautiful photography, detailed location descriptions and real travel stories.

No matter your destination or travel style, create a personalized, day-by-day itinerary that’s just right for you.

Watch our videos to learn about the diverse destinations and exciting travel experiences, all within your reach.
As your official guide, we’ll show you a diverse range of unique experiences that are all within your reach.
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