Somali to United States Visa Required

Required Documents

• Valid passport with 6+ months validity

  Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into the United States. Note: Somali passports are not recognized by the U.S. for visa issuance purposes, but most immigrant visa beneficiaries will not be required to present a passport under various circumstances.

• Completed visa application form

  Complete the Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application (Form DS-160) through the official U.S. visa application portal before scheduling an interview.

• Passport photograph

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  Provide a recent passport-sized photograph meeting U.S. visa photo requirements for the DS-160 application.

• Proof of financial means

  Demonstrate ability to support yourself during your stay in the United States. This may include bank statements, sponsorship letters, or evidence of employment income.

• Flight booking confirmation

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  Provide evidence of round-trip travel arrangements or proof of onward travel from the United States.

• Hotel confirmation letter

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  Provide confirmation of accommodation arrangements for your stay in the United States, such as hotel reservations or an invitation letter from a host.

• Purpose of visit statement

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  Provide a clear statement explaining the purpose of your tourism visit to the United States, including planned activities and duration of stay.

• Visa interview appointment

  Schedule an in-person interview with a consular officer at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate. The interview is mandatory for visa adjudication.