VISAS TO THE U.S.

How Do I Apply For A Visitor Visa?

Visa applicants between the ages of 14 and 79 must be interviewed in person by a U.S. Consular Officer.  Applicants for visas should generally apply at the American Embassy or Consulate with jurisdiction over their place of permanent residence.  Although visa applicants may apply at any U.S. consular office abroad, it may be more difficult to qualify for a visa outside your country of residence.  For example, those applying at the U.S. Embassy in Muscat should be Omani citizens or hold legal Omani residency and be able to demonstrate strong economic, familial, and/or social ties to Oman.  All non-Omani applicants should have residency permits that extend through their anticipated dates of travel.  Minor children included in a parent’s passport require their own application and fee.

Steps in the Application Process:

1. Determine the appropriate TYPE OF VISA.
2. Get the FORMS.
3. Get your PHOTO.
4. Schedule an APPOINTMENT.
5. Gather your DOCUMENTS.
6. Go to your INTERVIEW.
7. Application CHECKLIST.

Note:  Fulfilling the visa application requirements detailed in items listed above does not guarantee issuance of a visa.  A visa may be issued only when the applicant independently qualifies for visa status.

Some visa applications require additional administrative processing which requires more time. Applicants are advised when they apply. To avoid possible delays, we encourage applicants to apply as early as possible.