- Eligibility and Requirements
- 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
- Visa Validity and Renewal Timing
- Visa validity shown on Form I-94 Arrival-Departure Record
- Single entry visas valid until expiration date
- Multiple entry visas require renewal when validity expires or entries exceeded
- Application Process
- Renewal applications filed using DS 160 form
- Processing time can take several months
- Visa interview required unless waiver applies
- Application fee is $190 for H/O, $205 for E visas
- Supporting Documents
- Valid passport with 6 months after departure required
- Latest DS-160 confirmation page needed
- Payment receipt must be printed
- Additional documents needed for visa category eligibility