Overview
If you have an unforeseen travel need as per one of the criteria listed below, you may qualify for an expedited appointment depending on availability at the URGENT VISA FOR US. It is important to ensure you meet all the criteria, because applicants are only allowed to create one expedited appointment request.
Qualifications
Please check the Website RedBanner for the latest information on revised qualification for scheduling Emergency Appointments.
Before you apply for an expedited appointment, you must first schedule an appointment through the regular, appointment scheduling procedure and also ensure that you have documentary evidence to prove the urgency. Requests for emergency appointments will not be considered unless an initial appointment has been scheduled online. If it appears during your visa interview that you misrepresented the reasons for urgent travel, such facts may adversely influence the outcome of your visa application. All applicants requesting an expedited appointment are required to first pay visa fees for a regular visa appointment. Applicants who are granted an expedited appointment but subsequently refused a visa at the U.S. Embassy will not be allowed to utilize this option to obtain another expedited appointment for the same purpose of travel.
Note: Travel for the purpose of attending weddings and graduation ceremonies, assisting pregnant relatives, participating in business/academic/professional conferences, or enjoying last-minute tourism does not qualify for expedited appointments. For such travel, please schedule a regular visa appointment well in advance. If you were already refused a visa for your stated travel purpose, you are not eligible for an expedited appointment. We are not able to accommodate expedited appointment requests for individuals who wish to renew their visas while on a short holiday in Pakistan before returning to the United States.
The following are the criteria for visa emergencies:
Applicants with urgent humanitarian need for travel (such as medical treatment for life and death illnesses or a death in the applicant’s immediate family) and who have a confirmed imminent travel itinerary. You must attach confirmation of your flight itinerary from Pakistan.
Essential documentation for urgent medical treatment:
- A letter from your doctor describing the medical condition and why you are sePublish and Exiteking medical care in the EMERGENCY VISA FOR US
- A letter from the physician or hospital in the United States indicating that they are prepared to treat the case and providing the approximate cost of the treatment.
- Evidence of how you will pay for the cost of the treatment
Essential documentation for a Funeral/Death:
- A letter from the funeral director stating the contact information, the details of the deceased, and the date of the funeral.
- You must also present evidence that the deceased is an immediate relative.
Medical professionals engaged in activities directly related to the mitigation of COVID-19:
Essential documentation for medical professionals:
- Please attach credentials or invitation letter.
Academic program starting before your scheduled interview date:
Essential documentation for Student applicants:
- Acceptance form or letter from school or university that notes your program start date.
Applying for an Expedited Appointment
Step 1
Complete the Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application (DS-160) form.
Step 2
Pay the visa application fee.
Step 3
Schedule an appointment online for the earliest available date. Please note that you must schedule an appointment before you can request an expedited date. At the time you schedule your appointment, you will see an onscreen message showing the earliest available appointment date, which includes expedited appointments. Accordingly, you may find that it is not necessary to request an expedited appointment because there are earlier dates available.
If you wish to proceed with requesting an expedited appointment, then complete the Expedited Request Form in English or contact the call center to request assistance. Please be sure to note the type of urgency you believe qualifies you for an expedited appointment. Once you have submitted your request, please wait for a response from the U.S. Embassy or Consulate which will arrive via email.
Accordingly, you may find that it is not necessary to request an expedited appointment because there are no earlier dates available.
Once you have submitted your request, please wait for a response from the U.S. Embassy or Consulate which will arrive via email.
Step 4
If the U.S. Embassy or Consulate approves your request then you will receive an email alerting you to schedule your expedited appointment online. Please understand that the call center cannot schedule your expedited appointment for you, but agents are able to assist you if questions arise. Should the U.S. Embassy or Consulate deny your request for an expedited appointment, you will be notified of the denial by email and you should keep your existing appointment.
Note: The email confirming or denying your request will come from no-reply@ustraveldocs.com. Some email applications have rules which filter unknown senders into a spam or junk mail folder. If you have not received your email notification, please look for the message in your junk and spam email folders.
Step 5
Visit the U.S. Embassy or Consulate on the date and time of your visa interview. You will need to bring a printed copy of your appointment letter, your Form DS-160 confirmation page, one photograph taken within the last six months, your current and all old passports and supporting documents. Applications without all of these items will not be accepted.