In order to visit the United States for tourist or business purposes, also for the purpose of cultural exchange or for the purpose of study, you must obtain a nonimmigrant visa. Visa processing takes place at the US consular services located in different regions of Russia.
Instructions
Step 1
The procedure for obtaining a visa is not particularly difficult. It includes several items. First, you must submit an electronic application for a nonimmigrant visa, you also need to fill out and submit a written application for a visa and submit other documents necessary to support the application (their list must be checked directly with the US consulate). To do this, you will need to present a valid passport and pay the consular fee.
Step 2
In addition, applicants between the ages of 14 and 79 are required to undergo fingerprinting procedures. Applicants must also go through a personal interview with a consular officer. However, the interview may be rescheduled if the applicant has a cut, callus, or other damage to the fingertips.
Step 3
By the way, under special circumstances (for example, if there is a need for urgent treatment in the United States, if a close relative has died in the United States, if an urgent business meeting is scheduled, if the applicant is taking part in a sports competition in the United States, and so on), an interview may take place out of turn, urgently. To do this, you need to contact the US consulate and submit a special application.
