General Information about Immigrant Visas
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Please use the links below to find out more information about the regulations and procedures for obtaining an immigrant visa to the United States.
- How to Contact Us
- Interview Schedule for the Current Month (May 2012) (PDF 192KB)
- Interview Schedule for the Next Month
- Forms and Fees
- New Immigrant Visa Fees in Effect on July 13, 2010
- Information Regarding Medical Exam
- Sample of Birth Certificate (PDF 288KB)
- Waiting Periods / Timeframes
- Instructions to Obtain a Police Certificate
- Information Sheet for Genetic (DNA) Testing
- Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services Forms and Fees Page
- Department of State Visa Bulletin
- Transcript of Webchat on Immigrant Visas - October 29, 2010 (PDF 142KB)
- Transcript of Webchat on Immigrant Visas - February 29, 2008 (PDF 46KB)
The Two Stage Process of Obtaining an Immigrant Visa
- The Petition - The petition establishes the right of an intending immigrant to apply for an immigrant visa. It is generally filed by an American citizen or legal permanent resident who has a qualifying relationship with the intending immigrant or by a potential future employer. More information about filing a petition.
- The Immigrant Visa Interview - Once a petition has been approved, the case is sent to the National Visa Center. When the case is ready for processing, it is forwarded to the U.S. Consulate in Honduras and the applicant is scheduled for an interview. More information about visa interviews.
Special Cases Regarding Immigrant Visas
Click on the links below for more information on these items.
- The Diversity Visa Program
- International Adoptions
- Refugee / Asylum Issues
- Fiancé (e) Visas (K1, K2)
- K3, K4 Visas
- V Visas
- Waivers for Immigrant Visa Inegibilities
- Information for Former or Returning U.S. Residents
Links to Other Immigration Related Agencies and/or Websites
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