Visa status defines foreign nationals' legal classification for US stay. Different visa categories have varying processing durations. Monitoring status helps avoid missing important dates and delays
Visit CEAC website at ceac.state.gov. Click "Check My Visa Application Status" for non-immigrant or immigrant visas. Enter location, application ID/case number, passport number, and first 5 letters of surname. Enter captcha code to verify
US Consulate General Amsterdam is moving to new visa services provider on September 30, 2024. Appointment scheduling and payment issues are being resolved through new provider. US citizens do not need US visa for travel to US
VWP allows 90-day stays for business or pleasure with electronic passport. Travelers must use ESTA for visa-free entry. Certain VWP countries nationals need visa after March 2011 or January 2021
Transit (C) visas allow continuous travel through the United States en route to another country. Immediate transit means departing in normal course without unreasonable layovers. Valid visitor (B) visa holders may transit with certain exceptions. Citizens of participating countries can transit through Visa Waiver Program
Renewal possible for lawful US visa holders with valid status. Certain visa categories (D, C, TWOV, K, S) are not eligible for renewal. Applicants must not have violated visa conditions or committed crimes