Is this the best time to apply for US visas?

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At this point of my life I am very confused. I have travel history for about 6 West African nations, and 2 East African nations (Rwanda and Ethiopia).

Is this a good time to apply for US visas?



Best Answer

Is this a good time to apply for US visas?

No. We are in the middle of a world wide pandemic with severe travel restrictions and most embassies & consulates are either closed or working with significantly reduced capacity. This is actually a terrible time to apply for a visa and you should only consider this if you have an urgent travel need.

See https://ng.usembassy.gov/visas/




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Is it good time to apply for U.S. visa?

Our advice is to get your non-immigrant worker visa application in as soon as possible, before any impact of the May 23rd meeting goes into effect.

Is U.S. giving visas right now?

U.S. Embassy Manila has resumed all routine visa services. Wait times for interviews are long, except for immediate relatives. For nonimmigrant visas, the embassy is prioritizing applicants with urgent travel needs.

How long does it take to get a U.S. visa right now?

The entire visa application processing takes somewhere between two weeks and four months, depending on the type of visa. Please check what visa category you are going to need to have enough time left for the application process. Additional factors.

Is US embassy issuing tourist visas now?

Please read our FAQs page for more information on COVID-19 related travel restrictions. Drop Box Appointments: Consular sections across India are now accepting a limited number of drop box applications for renewals of H, L, C1/D, O, I, F, M, and J visas at our Visa Application Centers.



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