Nonimmigrant Visas
General Information About Nonimmigrant Visas
Types of Visas Processed in Baghdad
The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad accepts applications for all visa classifications, except for Tourism and Business (B1/B2). This includes the following:
- Diplomats and Government Officials (A visa);
- Representatives to International Organizations (G Visa);
- Students (F and M Visas); and
- Exchange Visitors (J Visa)
- Other Visa Types
Applicants who wish to travel to the U.S. for tourism or business (B1/B2 visas) may apply at any other U.S. Embassy or Consulate that processes Nonimmigrant visas.
Processing Time for Applications
Please schedule your visa appointment as far in advance of your travel dates as possible. Administrative processing of visa applications can take 60 days or longer.
NOTE: To qualify for a visa as a temporary visitor, an applicant must demonstrate that they overcome a presumption of immigrant intent in accordance with Section 214(b) of the U.S. Immigration and Nationality Act. In other words, applicants are required to demonstrate strong social, economic, and/or professional ties abroad that would compel them to return to their country of residence. For more information about a visa denial, please visit:
http://travel.state.gov/visa/frvi/denials/denials_1361.html
Attempting to obtain a visa by the willful misrepresentation of a material fact, or fraud, may result in the permanent refusal of a visa or denial of entry into the United States.