US Visa Requirements
You can apply for your visa now. Please note that the required documents must be prepared before your fingerprinting and interview appointment.
Required Documents
○ Original Passport Copy: The passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of travel.
○ Personal Photos: The photo must be digitally taken at a professional photo studio and uploaded when submitting the application through the app.
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Printed Photos: Two printed passport photos are also required for each applicant.
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Photo Specifications: Size 5 x 5 cm, recent (taken within the last 30 days), with a white background and without facial retouching, filters, contact lenses, or glasses.
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For Men: The head must be uncovered.
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For Women: If wearing a headscarf, it must cover the hairline, and the face must be fully visible.
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For Children: Hair must be pulled back completely from the forehead, and no head accessories are required.
○ Salary Certificate: The original copy, in English, must be issued no more than 30 days prior to the embassy interview and application date.
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If employed by the public sector: It must be stamped with a colored seal from the government employer.
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If employed by the private sector: It must be certified by the Chamber of Commerce.
○ Bank Statement: A recent bank statement covering the last 3 months, in English and stamped and authenticated by the bank, showing a minimum balance of SAR 37,500 per applicant. The statement must be issued no more than 30 days prior to the application.
Student Visas (F1/M1)
○ Acceptance Letter: An acceptance letter from the institute or university is required.
○ Form I-20: The original Form I-20 is required.
○ Financial Guarantee: A copy of the financial guarantee must be provided if the student is studying on a scholarship.
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If the student is studying at their own expense, the available balance in the bank statement must be at least equal to the cost of tuition and living expenses.
Embassy Interview Requirements
○ Interview Requirement: The U.S. Embassy requires an interview for applicants aged 14 and above.
○ Previous Visa Holders: An interview is required even if the applicant has previously held a U.S. visa.
○ Interview Exemption: Applicants whose visa expired within the previous 24 months and who are over 60 years of age may be exempt from the interview for certain nationalities.
Additional Information
○ Expected Visa Processing Time: Processing typically takes approximately 7 to 15 business days from the date of the interview.
○ Special Cases: In some cases, processing may take one month or longer due to administrative procedures by the embassy.
Personal Data Protection
○ All personal data and attachments are secure and protected.
Important Notes
○ Visa requirements may vary depending on the applicant's nationality and travel dates, according to updates from the relevant embassy.
○ Passport return procedures may vary according to the instructions of the relevant embassy.
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