How can I move my B1/B2 visa from my old passport to my new passport?

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How can I move my B1/B2 visa (valid for 10 years) from my old passport to my new passport?

I do not want to carry 2 passports with me.



Best Answer

You can’t. It is not possible to transfer a US visa from one passport to another without making a new visa application.

Do not try to remove the visa from your old passport and stick it into the new valid passport. If you do so, your visa will no longer be valid.

Source: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/frequently-asked-questions/about-basics.html




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Can I transfer my US visa from old passport to new passport?

U.S. visas cannot be transferred from one passport to another. You can travel to the United States with both passports, or you can apply for a new visa. As long as the four names match from the old passport to the new passport, and are in the same order, you may travel with both passports.

Is my US visa valid in old passport?

Your visa has to be valid on the old passport that expired. It has to meet the purpose of the travel. The visa on old passport should not be damaged and in good condition. You need to carry both of your passports \u2013 the current valid passport and the old passport with valid US Visa.

Can B1 B2 visa holder renew US passport?

Note: Passport renewal service is not available for B1/B2 visa holders and temporary visitors to USA.

How do I know if my B1 B2 visa is still valid?

Check the Status of a Visa Application United States: Contact the National Visa Center (NVC) at 1-603-334-0700 for immigrant visas. For nonimmigrant visas, call 1-603-334-0888. Or use the Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC).



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