Visas to the United States
NOTICE:
Please note that on Friday, April 13, 2012, the fees for visas will change. For more information, please visit our newly posted Visa Announcements.
NOTICE REGARDING SECURITY PROCEDURES FOR VISA APPLICANTS:
In order to more efficiently process record numbers of visa applicants through security, effective immediately visa applicants cannot bring cell phones, electronic devices (such as laptops, PDAs, MP3 players, cameras etc.) or any bags except small handbags, purses, or plastic bags into the U.S. Consulate in Chengdu. Applicants should bring only their passports and application materials. Please note that the consulate cannot provide storage for applicants; applicants will be turned away if they bring any of the prohibited items mentioned above. Thank you for your understanding as we strive to improve our service to the public.
Visa Renewals: CITIC Bank Drop-Box Service
Many applicants whom meet certain criteria might not need to appear for an interview to receive a visa. Instead, they might be able to apply for a visa by submitting their application via CITIC Bank Drop-Box Service. All qualified visa renewal applications submitted to designated CITIC Bank branches in Sichuan, Chongqing, Yunnan, and Guizhou provinces will be expeditiously processed by our Guangzhou Visa Renewal Processing Center and returned directly to the applicants via Express Mail Service (EMS). Detailed information on how to determine if you are eligible to use this service and how to submit your application can be found here.
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
- Required Documents and Suggested Materials
- Interview Day Procedures
- Applying with/for Children
- Application Results
- Interview Assistance and Tips
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)
- Dependents (F-2, J-2, L-2, H-4)
New Consular Chengdu Sina.com Blog
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The Consular Section of the US Consulate in Chengdu is excited to announce the opening of our Consulate Chengdu Sina.com visa blog.
On the blog, 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 would like to know about obtaining a visa to visit the United States.
Do You Have Questions About The Visa Process?
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There is a good chance your question has been asked before and answered by a U.S. consular officer. Below are links to the archives of web chats held by other U.S. consulates in China:
Beijing: http://beijing.usembassy-china.org.cn/chat_index.html
Guangzhou: http://guangzhou.usembassy-china.org.cn/web-chat.html
Shenyang: http://shenyang.usembassy-china.org.cn/resources2/web-chat.html
English Corner
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Wednesday Lecture
American Board Game Party
May 16, 2012 at 14:30 -
Webchats & Webcasts
Online interactive programs featuring U.S. officials, subject experts, and everyday citizens discussing the American experience with the world.
Drop-Box is Mandatory!
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Drop-Box is Now Mandatory for all Eligible Visa Applicants!
To determine if you are eligible to use drop-box processing, please click here.
Help Us Fight Visa Fraud
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If you have information concerning any type of visa fraud, please contact the Consular Section Fraud Prevention Unit by e-mail at ChengduFPM@state.gov.