Transit visa · Holy See to United States of America

C-1 Transit Visa

Embassy required

Maximum stay
29 days
Processing time
Varies by embassy
Fee
$435 USD
Validity
Duration of transit
Entry
Single entry

Eligibility

  • Purpose of visit

    Purpose of entry must be to transit through US to another country. Must have onward travel arrangements and permission to enter destination country.

    Includes
    • Transit only

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 1; Specifications: 2x2 inches, color, white background.

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: No

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: DS-160; Form url: https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/

  • Travel itinerary

    Provide an itinerary showing travel dates, destinations and planned accommodation.

    Must include addresses: No; Must include dates: Yes

How to apply

  1. Online application

    Complete DS-160 online.

  2. Fee payment

    Pay visa fee $185 and schedule interview. $250 Visa Integrity Fee at issuance.

  3. Interview

    Attend interview with DS-160, flight itinerary, proof of onward travel.

  4. Visa collection

    Collect passport with visa if approved.

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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