Visa requirements for Congolese passport holders traveling to United States
Valid passport with 6+ months validity
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended period of stay in the United States. If multiple people are included in one passport, each person requiring a visa must submit a separate application.
Completed visa application form
Form DS-160 must be completed online. You must answer EVERY question on the application form. If the answer is 'none', write 'none' instead of leaving it blank. Incomplete or incorrect forms will be returned and require scheduling a new interview appointment.
Completed DS-157 and DS-158 forms
Additional required forms that must be completed along with the DS-160 application. All questions must be answered completely.
Passport photograph
Get InstantlyOne 2x2 inch color photograph with a light or white background, not older than 6 months. This is a mandatory requirement for the visa interview.
Flight booking confirmation
Get InstantlyRound-trip flight itinerary showing confirmed bookings for your intended travel dates to and from the United States.
Hotel confirmation letter
Get InstantlyConfirmed hotel bookings or accommodation arrangements for your entire intended stay in the United States.
Bank statement
Get InstantlyBank statements from the last 6 months showing sufficient funds to cover your entire stay in the United States, including accommodation, food, and return travel.
Employment verification letter
Get InstantlyLetter from your employer on company letterhead verifying your employment status and that you are authorized to take leave for your intended travel dates.
DS-160 confirmation page
Printed confirmation page from the completed online DS-160 form. This is required for the visa interview appointment.
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