If I am Australian, can I apply for a new US visa replacement from London? Or does it need to be my home country? [closed]

I lost my passport in the US, and it has my O1 visa in it. I was supposed to go to London. Can I replace my US visa from London or do I have to go back to Australia?

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The US generally prefers that applicants apply in their place of residence, but in most cases this is just a preference. Consular staff in an applicant's place of residence are in a better position to judge the applicant's circumstances. To replace a lost or stolen visa, or even an expired visa for someone who resides in the US, any convenient US consulate will do.

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Can I renew my U.S. visa in another country?

You must renew your visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate abroad. Only diplomatic visa holders and their dependents may renew them in the United States.

Can you apply for a U.S. visa outside your country of residence?

You should schedule an appointment for your visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in the country where you live. You may schedule your interview at another U.S. Embassy or Consulate, but be aware that it may be more difficult to qualify for a visa outside of the country where you live.

How do I renew my U.S. visa from Australia?

You have to:

Complete the online application form (Form DS-160).

Schedule an interview appointment at the US Embassy/Consulate.

Pay the US Visa Renewal Fee.

Submit the required documents for US visa renewal.

Enter the visa renewal interview.

Can I apply for U.S. visa from UK now?

Nonimmigrant visas are processed at the U.S. Embassy in London or the Consulate General in Belfast. If you are in the United Kingdom, you may schedule an appointment to apply for a visa at either post regardless of your nationality or status in the United Kingdom.

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