Apply for a Visa – US Visa Application
Are you finding it hard to apply for Visa?
Do you know you can apply for your visa with ease?
Guess what? In this article, we will give you easy steps to follow in other to apply for your visa with ease.
But, please make sure you read through this article to get these easy steps.
However, on this page we will be talking about the following:
- Overview
- How to Apply for a Nonimmigrant Visa
Overview
However, before applying, please make sure you confirm if you need to apply for a visa.
On the other hand, if you need to apply for a nonimmigrant visa, please follow the steps below.
How to Apply for a Nonimmigrant Visa
Step 1
For Nonimmigrant Visa applicants:
Hence, determine your visa type by reading Common Nonimmigrant Visas via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-visatypeinfo.asp
However, each visa type explains what it takes and the application items.
After that, you can now choose the visa type that applies to your situation.
But, be sure to also take a second look at the Visa Waiver Program via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-visawaiverinfo.asp
On the other hand, if your country takes an interest in the Visa Waiver Program, you do not need to apply for a visa.
In other words, if you are traveling for business or pleasure, you will only be staying in the United States for 90 days or less.
Step 2
Hence, once you are bent on the correct visa type, you must pay the visa fee.
However, you can access the visa fee page lists via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-visafeeinfo.asp
On the other hand, the visa types and correlating visa fees are in US dollars and native currency.
Likewise, to pay your visa fee, read the Bank and Payment Options via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-paymentinfo.asp
However, this page explains how to make your visa fee payment.
Hence, you must keep your receipt number to book your visa appointment.
MRV receipts are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Pm other words, the reference number on your MRV receipt is private and should not be shared with anyone.
In the same vein, applicants must ensure that the receipt they schedule matches the receipt on their appointment confirmation letters otherwise applicants will be turned back on their interview day.
Step 3
After that, the next step is to complete the DS-160 form via this link https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/
But, be sure to carefully read the Guidelines for Completing the DS-160 Form via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-ds160complete.asp
However, all info must be correct and rigid.
On the other hand, once the form is submitted, you cannot make any changes.
But, if you need assistance, please consult an immigration lawyer or translator.
Hence, the call center cannot help you complete your DS-160.
However, you will need your DS-160 number to book your appointment.
Step 4
However, you are almost ready to schedule your visa appointment.
Now you will need to create a profile in our system.
Hence, follow this link https://cgifederal.secure.force.com/?language=English&country=Nigeria
After that, you can now click on New User.
Complete all fields and create a password.
On the other hand, once you are in the system, you will see your dashboard.
On the left-hand side, click on Schedule Appointment.
This will start the process for scheduling your appointment.
However, for each applicant being scheduled you will need:
- The applicant’s passport number
- The receipt number from GT Bank receipt.
However, if you need help finding this number click on this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-paymentinfo.asp
- The ten (10) digit barcode number from the applicant’s DS-160 confirmation page
Hence, as you go through the process you will be able to do the following:
- Select your visa type.
- Enter personal data.
- Add dependents.
- Select your document delivery location.
- Confirm visa payment and finally.
- Schedule your appointment.
Step 5
On the other hand, visit the U.S. Embassy via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-loc-post.asp on the date and time of your visa interview.
But, be sure to check the Schedule My Appointment page via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-appointmentschedule.asp.
For the needful data needed for your appointment.
Step 6
Hence, if your visa is approved, the visa will be sent to the document drop-off location you selected when you scheduled your appointment.
Schedule My Appointment
Overview
A citizen of a foreign country who wishes to enter the United States must first obtain a visa.
This visa can either be a non-immigrant visa for a short-term stay or an immigrant visa for a long-term residence.
Citizens of qualified countries may be also able to visit the U.S. without a visa under the Visa Waiver Program.
On the other hand, you can access the visa Waiver Program via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-visawaiverinfo.asp
But, if you did not qualify for the Visa Waiver Program or you are traveling to study, work.
Or to take an interest in an exchange program, you must apply for a nonimmigrant visa.
Applicants for U.S. visas are needful to appear in person for a visa interview at the Embassy in Abuja or the Consulate General in Lagos.
Hence, you must schedule an appointment for that interview.
This can be done either online using this website or through the call center via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-main-contactus.asp
Supporting Documents
Hence, to plan a non-immigrant visa meeting, you must have the following info and documents available:
- A passport valid for travel to the United States with validity dates at least six months beyond your planned period of stay in the United States.
Unless country-specific agreements provide exemptions which can be accessed via this link https://fam.state.gov/
- On the other hand, if more than one person is part of your passport, each person desiring a visa must submit an application.
- Your visa application fee payment receipt from GTBank.
- Your DS-160 confirmation page
- Two recent photographs were taken within the last 6 months and in line with the plans on this webpage which can be accessed via this link https://ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-photoinfo.asp
- The valid e-mail address and phone number
- If applicable, needful documents based on visa class (such as a copy of your petition approval for petition-based visas, I-20 for student visas, DS-2019 for exchange visitor visas, etc.
For more info about visa types and info about each visa can be found via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-visatypeinfo.asp
Restrictions to Changing Appointments
Applicants are limited to the number of times they can reschedule their appointments.
Please plan with respect to that, so that you will not be required to pay another visa application fee.
Also, you can schedule an appointment with ease via this link https://cgifederal.secure.force.com/?language=English&country=Nigeria
On the other hand, you can also change your appointment with ease via this link https://cgifederal.secure.force.com/?language=English&country=Nigeria
Bank and Payment Options/Pay My Visa Fee
Do you want to pay your visa fee online?
Do you want to pay your visa fee at a local bank?
If yes, you are on the right page.
Make sure you stay glued to this page, as we give you answers to these questions.
On the other hand, we will also be giving you info on how to pay for your visa with ease.
Hence, you can either pay for your visa online or at a local bank.
However, note that those applying for visas including children are required to pay a non-refundable, and non-transferable visa application fee.
In other words, this fee is sometimes referred to as the MRV fee.
However, before you apply for a non-immigrant visa, you must ensure that the visa application fee is paid whether a visa is issued or not.
On the other hand, the type of visa you apply for determines the fee amount.
Hence, the webpage lists visa application fees is in line with each non-immigrant visa type.
But, please note that only the application fees for nonimmigrant visas are listed here.
However, info about other visa fees is paid directly to one of the following:
- National Visa Center
- Embassy/Consulate
- Department of Homeland Security can be found here via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-otherfeeinfo.asp
Overview
In most cases, each visa applicant, including children, is required to pay a non-refundable, non-transferable Machine Readable Visa (MRV) application fee.
However, this fee is to be paid whether a visa is sent out or not.
Hence, the visa application fee is bent on the type of visa for which you wish to apply.
However, you can check for the type of visa you want to apply for via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-visafeeinfo.asp
However, those applying from Nigeria are to pay a fee for a visa to the United States.
On the other hand, if you are a citizen of a country taking part in the Visa Waiver Program,
You can access the visa waiver program via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-visafeeinfo.asp
But, please confirm if you need to apply for a non-immigrant visa or not.
In the same vein, some people may not need a visa, for example, the people fit for the Visa Waiver Program.
On the other hand, they will not pay an MRV fee.
However, you can check the visa waiver program via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-visafeeinfo.asp
In addition, a U.S. visa is not to be paid for by some people.
But, if you are applying for an A or G visa (https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-svc-aandginfo.asp) for official travel,
Or for a J visa (https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-typej.asp) to join in certain U.S. Government-sponsored programs.
Then, make sure you do not pay an MRV fee.
However, make sure you consult the U.S. Embassy in Abuja or U.S. Consulate in Lagos if you are not sure whether to pay the fee.
Likewise, if you do need to apply for a visa, make sure you follow the instructions below to pay your visa application fee.
Hence, for more info about fee exemptions, please visit this page via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-visafeeinfo.asp
However, please note the following:
- You are limited to the number of times they can plan their meetings.
- Please make sure you plan in line with what is needed so that you will not be required to pay another visa application fee.
- Also, note that your MRV receipts are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
- Hence, the reference number on your MRV receipt is private and should not be shared with anyone.
- Also, you must ensure that the receipt they plan with, matches the receipt on their meeting proving letters.
Otherwise, applicants will be turned back on their interview day.
Fee Payment Options
Cash at Bank
All non-immigrant visa applicants must pay their visa application fee in cash at any GTBank branch via this link http://www.gtbank.com/find-a-branch.html
At the bank, you must write your fee payment amount and your phone number in the U.S. visa fee collection slip present at the bank.
After you’ve received your payment, the bank will give you a receipt.
PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU MUST PRESENT YOUR INTERNATIONAL PASSPORT OR THE INTERNATIONAL PASSPORT OF THE APPLICANT YOU ARE PAYING FOR WHEN MAKING VISA FEE PAYMENTS AT ANY GTB LOCATIONS
Online Payment
However, if you have an account with GTBank you may choose to pay your visa application fee online using the online bill pay service via this link https://www.gtbank.com/personal-banking/services/e-banking/us-visa-fees-payment
On the other hand, please note the following:
It is important that you correctly type your payment code (also called a UID) into the online payment form when you pay your fee online.
The payment code is created after you create your online profile at the early stage of the online payment process.
You can get your payment code via this link https://www.gtbank.com/personal-banking/services/e-banking/us-visa-fees-payment
This code confirms your payment and gives you access to plan your visa interview.
After you’ve paid the visa application fee, please make sure you keep the GT Bank fee receipt for your records.
However, make sure you come along with the GT bank fee receipt for the planned meeting day.
Scheduling Your Interview
Cash at Bank
You can plan your interview within a few hours of paying your visa request fee at a GTBank branch.
Whether you plan your meeting online via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-appointmentschedule.asp
On the other hand, you can also contact our call center via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-appointmentschedule.asp
Hence, you will need the payment code printed on your receipt.
This is the UID given to you at GTBank, or when you created your online profile.
However, you also need to have your passport number in order to plan your visa interview.
Hence, below shows several fee payment method times;
Visa Application Fee Payment Processing Timelines – Cash at Bank
Time of Payment: 9:00am – 3:30pm
Bank: GTBank
Receipt Purchase Date: Same as date of payment
Interview Booking: 4 hours after payment
On the other hand, payments done after 3:30 pm have a different method Timelines
Time of Payment: After 3:30 pm
Bank: GTBank
Receipt Purchase Date: Date of next banking day
Interview Booking: Any time after 10:00 am on the banking day after the date of payment
Online Payment
However, you can plan your interview after 3:00 pm on the first banking day after the date you pay your visa request fee online with GTBank.
Whether you plan your meeting online via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-appointmentschedule.asp
On the other hand, you can also contact our call center via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-main-contactus.asp
Hence, you will need the payment code printed on your receipt.
This code is can be gotten at the bank or when creating an online profile.
Hence, you also need to have your passport number in order to plan your visa interview.
Hence, below shows the different fee payment method time;
Visa Application Fee Payment Processing Timelines – Online Payment
Time of Payment: anytime during a weekday.
Bank: GTBank
Receipt Purchase Date: Date of next banking day
Interview Booking: Any time after 3:00 pm on the banking day after the date of payment
On the other hand, payment done anytime on a weekend or holiday have a different method Timelines
Time of Payment: anytime on a weekend or holiday
Bank: GTBank
Receipt Purchase Date: Date of next banking day
Interview Booking: Any time after 3:00 pm on the banking day after the date of payment
More Information
However, if you have any questions in regard to the currency exchange rate.
Please visit this link https://cgifederal.secure.force.com/?country=Nigeria
On the other hand, you have to create a profile.
Hence, you have to answer five short questions to determine the correct amount you must pay.
Track & Retrieve My Passport
Are you finding it hard to track and retrieve your passport?
Do you wish to track your retrieve your passport with ease?
If yes, then you are on the right page.
However, we will be giving tips on the following:
Overview
Change Delivery Options (Lagos Only)
Passport Tracking Options
Collecting Your Passport/Visa
Supporting Documents
Overview
Once your visa is certain, the DHL document collection office will hold your passport for you.
Hence, your passport can only be collected only at the address you described when you planned your visa interview.
There are no extra fees attached to this service.
There is a cost for the DHL document collection office to hold your visa.
On the other hand, a passport is included in the visa application fee.
Premium Delivery Services:
Applicants who interview in Lagos or Abuja may choose to pick up their documents at any of the premium regions.
They can pick it up at regions such as; Isolo, Benin, Kaduna, Port Harcourt, Enugu, Ibadan, and Akure.
Hence, if you can decide to use the premium delivery services with ease.
On the other hand, please note that there are costs attached to it based on the region you choose.
Hence, you can drop off or collect your passport at any premium region.
However, you must present an original government-issued photo ID and a photocopy.
On the other hand, if someone is picking up on your ID’s behalf.
Then, the rep must provide a final proxy letter signed by you.
In the same vein, the rep must also provide a government-issued photo ID and a photocopy.
Hence, you can find the close at hand DHL document collection office via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-loc-documentdropoff.asp
On the other hand, you can track your passport’s delivery status via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-passportretrieve.asp
Change Delivery Options (Lagos Only)
Hence, you can change your set apart document delivery address online with ease via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-niv-deliveryaddressmodify.asp
This is effective until 11:59 pm a day prior to your interview.
On the other hand, you can do this with ease through the call center via this link https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-main-contactus.asp
However, this can only be done between 9 am to 5 pm a day prior to your interview.
There is no cost to change your delivery selection.
Passport Tracking Options
Hence, you can track your passport by:
INSTANT: hence you can enter your passport number below to check on the status.
Hence, if your passport is ready for pick-up, make sure, you bring aiding documents.
On the other hand, these documents should be collected it in a prompt manner.
But, if your passport is not collected in a prompt manner,
It will be sent back to the Embassy or Consulate.
EMAIL: on the other hand, you can send an email to passportstatus@ustraveldocs.com
In the subject and/or body enter a valid passport number.
This should be entered exactly as it was at the time the appointment was planned.
After that, you will receive a prompt response with the status.
ONLINE: hence, you can also track your passport online with ease via this link https://cgifederal.secure.force.com/?language=English&country=Nigeria
CHAT AND TELEPHONE: in other words, you can track your passport.
You can do this with the help of our call center via chat or telephone.
However, the call center’s contact info and a full order of our call center services.
This includes hours of operation, which can just be accessed with ease via this link
https://www.ustraveldocs.com/ng/ng-main-contactus.asp
Collecting Your Passport/Visa
However, you will see a list of DHL document collection office regions when you plan your interview session.
Hence, you can also choose the closest by region from that list.
Supporting Documents
To collect your passport you must present your original (not a photocopy) government-issued photo ID.
However, we will be pleased with you if you bring also a printed copy of your appointment letter.
On the other hand, if a rep is collecting your passport from the document collection office on your behalf.
In the same vein, even in the case of family members, the rep must present:
- Their own original government-issued photo ID for awareness.
- A photocopy of your government-issued photo ID
- A Proxy letter signed by you.
However, this should be stated that you are allowing your rep to collect your passport.
Hence, this form will be given to you after your interview.
However, the proxy letter must contain the sequent info:
- Your rep’s full name as shown on their government-issued photo ID
- Your name
On the other hand, if the applicant is under the age of 16.
Then, the sequent documents are required:
- An original, signed letter of permit from either of the applicant’s parents
- A clear photocopy of the government-issued photo ID
This ID must belong to the parent who signed the applicant’s letter of permit
- The rep’s original government-issued photo ID
On the other hand, please note:
In the case of a group or a family, a single letter of permit with the due info for each of the applicants will be allowed.
