Visa requirements

United States of America

General visa requirements for travelling to United States of America. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Transit visa (C-1 Transit Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

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.

This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.