Visa requirements for French passport holders traveling to United States
Valid passport with 6+ months validity
Passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended period of stay in the United States.
Completed visa application form
Complete the DS-160 nonimmigrant visa electronic application form and bring the confirmation page with the barcode number to your visa interview. The barcode must match the one used for scheduling your appointment.
Passport photograph
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Visa application fee payment
Pay the non-refundable visa application fee of $185 USD before your interview. Fees must be paid according to instructions given by the U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
Interview appointment confirmation
Schedule and attend a visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate with your DS-160 confirmation barcode number matching the appointment confirmation.
Bank statement
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Purpose of visit statement
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Biometric data collection (fingerprints and photo)
Applicants must provide fingerprints and a photograph at the time of the interview for biometric data collection.
Travel itinerary (flight booking confirmation)
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Hotel confirmation letter
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