Visas to the United States

The U.S. Consulate in Chengdu processes Non-Immigrant Visas (NIVs) only.  For information on Immigrant Visas, please visit the website of the U.S. Consulate General, Guangzhou, which handles all Immigrant Visa applications in China.

How to Apply

Make a Visa Appointment

• When To Apply
• Appointments Through the Call Center
• Visa Renewals: Walk-In Appointments
• Visa Renewals: CITIC Drop Box Service
• Emergency Appointments

Application Fees & Forms

• Visa Application Fees
• The DS-160 Online Application Form
• DS-160 Overview
• Photo Standards

Visa Interview

• Required Documents and Suggested Materials
• Interview Day Procedures
• Applying with/for Children
• Application Results
• Interview Assistance and Tips

Post-Interview

• EMS Passback Service
• Administrative Processing
• American Citizen Visa Discussion Hour

Non-Immigant Visa Information

Types of U.S. Non-Immigrant Visas

• Business & Tourist Visas (B-1/B-2)
• Student Visas (F-1, M-1)
• Exchange Visitors (J-1)
• Work Visas (H, L, O, P, and Q)
• Dependants (F-2, J-2, L-2, H-4)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

New Consular Chengdu Sina.com Blog

The Consular Section of the US Consulate in Chengdu is excited to announce the opening of our Sina.com visa blog. Here, we hope to provide accurate information about the US visa process to all those interested in studying, travelling, or working in the United States of America.  We hope that you, our online friends, will listen to our advice, ask us questions, and discuss anything you’d like to know about obtaining a visa to visit the United States.