Non-Immigrant Visas
New Changes to F, M, and J Visas
Initial entry to the united states: f-1, f-2 and m-1 and m-2 visas may now be issued up to 120 days before the program start date as listed on their i-20s.
Officers may issue j-1 and j-2 visas to exchange visitors at any time before the beginning of their programs. The visitor may not enter the united states earlier than 30 days before the initial program start date.
COMING SOON!!!
The U.S. Embassy in Damascus will soon be offering a faster, more convenient way to schedule appointments for non-immigrant visas. On October 19, 2009, a new link to an online appointment system will appear on this site. Once this new system is in place it will be possible to schedule an appointment for a visitor visa interview from anyplace where there is an Internet connection.