US Embassy in Morocco
You need to apply online for USA Visas, it is simple as long as you know what documents you need and what are the steps for each kind.
Below are the documents needed and steps to apply for US VISAs from Morocco.
1- NonImmigrant Visas, (F1) student and (J) exchange visitor visas:
* Fill out the DS-160 form online. You can find it on the following link: https://ceac.state.gov/GENNIV.
Once you submit the application, you will be able to print out the confirmation page, which will give you a barcode number.
Using the barcode number, you can visit the following link to make an appointment: https://evisaforms.state.gov/default.asp?postcode=CSB&appcode=3
* Print out the appointment confirmation page. Bring a valid I-20 form (for the F1 visa) or a DS-2019 form (for the J1 visa). Bring proof of SEVIS fee payment: Persons applying for student and exchange visitor visas are required to pay a SEVIS surcharge fee before applying for their visa. Applicants must present their I-901 receipt as proof of payment. For more information, please visit http://www.ice.gov/sevis
for general information or the SEVIS fee payment, Student Visa Applicants should visit http://www.fmjfee.com and http://www.ice.gov/sevis for further information. The SEVIS fee is $200 for students and $180 for exchange visitors.
* For J1 visa applicants, please contact your program sponsor to find out if you are required to pay the SEVIS fee. Some participants in programs sponsored by the U.S. government are exempt from this fee.
* All other applicants should Pay the visa fee ($160, or the equivalent in Moroccan Dirhams) at any BMCI branch in Morocco, with the exception of the agencies located in Rue D'Alger and Gauthier in Casablanca. You do not need an account number in order to pay the fees.
* Bring a 5cmx5cm photo with white background, even if the photo provided online was accepted by the system.
* Bring a valid passport that has at least six months left before its expiration date.
* Be prepared to show that you ( your parents or sponsor) have enough funds to pay for your education in the U.S. Bring recent bank statements, business registration papers, and property ownership documents.
* Bring your original baccalaureate with college grades/transcripts if applicable.
* For Returning Students Only ? Bring an official transcript from your studies in the US.
* Spouses and minor children accompanying the student to the United States should bring marriage certificates and birth certificates with them to the interview, to prove the relationship between themselves and the principal applicant.
Tourist Visa (B1/B2):
* Fill out the DS-160 form online. You can find it on the following link: https://ceac.state.gov/GENNIV
The applicant is responsible for the accuracy of the information entered on the DS-160, regardless of who actually completes the form. Incorrect information in your application may result in a delay in the processing, or dismissal. Once you submit the application you will be able to print out the confirmation page, which will give you a barcode number.
Using the barcode number, visit the following link to make an appointment: https://evisaforms.state.gov/default.asp?postcode=CSB&appcode=3
* Print out the appointment confirmation page.
* Pay the visa fee before the interview ($160, or the equivalent in Moroccan Dirhams) at any BMCI branch in Morocco, with the exception of the agencies located in Rue D'Alger and Gauthier in Casablanca. You do not need an account number in order to pay the fees. Every applicant, regardless of age, must pay the fee and have a receipt.
* Bring a 5cmx5cm photo with white background, even if the photo provided online was accepted by the system.
* Bring a passport with available visa pages that is valid for at least six months before the expiration date.
* Be prepared to show proof of your ties to Morocco, such as work documents, recent bank statements, business registration papers, and property ownership documents. Minors may present their parents' information to show proof of ties. If you are applying for visas for your whole family, each member of the family must have a separate DS-160 and a separate appointment. Each member of the family must also pay the visa fee. Appointments cannot be delivered by phone or email. Children under the age of 14 do not need to appear for the interview, but they still need an appointment.
Travel For Urgent Medical Treatment:
Like applicants for any other type of visitor visa, applicants for a visitor visa for medical treatment must provide qualifying documents under the provisions of the U.S. Immigration and Nationality Act. In such cases, the consular officer is required to obtain medical information about the nature of the disease, or disability for which treatment is being sought. Persons with certain kinds of diseases or disabilities may require special processing prior to obtaining a visa.
At the end it is up to the consular officer to determine whether the applicant has sufficient funds to pay for the treatments. In other words, the consular officer must be confident that the applicant will not become a public charge if allowed to enter the U.S.
Please see the instructions on how to apply for a Non-Immigrant Visa. If the applicant is seeking emergency medical treatment and must travel immediately, please send an email to casablancaexpedite@state.gov. In addition, the applicant must be prepared to present the following:
* A letter from a physician in Morocco detailing the applicant's illness and the reason he/she requires treatment in the United States.
* A letter from a physician and/or medical facility in the United States expressing a willingness to treat the applicant and his/her ailment. The letter must detail the projected length and cost of treatment (including doctors' fees, hospitalization fees, and all other medical-related expenses).
* A statement of financial responsibility from the individual(s) or organization that will pay for the applicant's transportation, medical and living expenses. The individual(s) or organization guaranteeing payment of these expenses must provide proof of ability to do so. This proof can be in the form of bank statements, savings account statements, or other liquid assets.
2- Immigrant Visas:
In general, to be eligible to apply for an immigrant visa, a foreign citizen must be sponsored by a U.S. citizen relative(s), U.S. lawful permanent resident, or by a prospective employer, and be the beneficiary of an approved petition filed with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). For petition information visit the USCIS website. Learn about the different processes for the major immigrant categories, which are:
* Immediate Relative and Family Sponsored
* Employer Sponsored
* Special Immigrants
Unlike other immigrant types, Diversity Visas (DV) do not require a U.S. sponsor, and therefore a petition is not needed. Please check the following link for information on the Diversity Visa: www.dvlottery.state.gov
All entrants may check the status of their entry through the Entry Status Check on the E-DV website: www.dvlottery.state.gov/ESC/
Entry Status Check will be the ONLY means by which lottery winners/selectees will be notified of their selection for DV-2012. Additionally, Entry Status Check will provide you, the successful selectee, with instructions on how to proceed with your application and notify you of the date and time of your appointment for immigrant visa interview.
Visa Interviews:
After the immigrant petition has been approved (excluding DV applicants) by USCIS, and initially processed for a visa with the Department of State, National Visa Center, applicants are notified of their interviews at the U.S. Consulate in Casablanca.
Interviews for Immigrant (IV) and Diversity (DV) Visas are by appointments only on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, exclusive of U.S. and Moroccan holidays. For any inquiries concerning an immigrant or diversity visa, please contact the IV staff ativcasablanca@state.gov
After your first interview with a Consular Officer you might be requested to provide further documents. Please bring them to the U.S. Consulate General between 1:30 and 3:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday. You can give the required documents to the outside receptionist.
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