U.S. Travel visa application, business as usual

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I have many clients asking me whether they should postpone the application because of President Trump's visa ban. In the United States embassies around the world, the business of applying for a tourist visa is as usual.Only when you are from the following countries: Iran, Iraq, Libya, Sudan, Somalia, Syria […] Read more »

US Embassy Manila Call Center Schedule

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The Embassy’s call center numbers for information and appointment scheduling are: (02) 976-8500 to 02.  For calls from mainland or continental United States, dial (703) 520-2235.  The call center is open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Manila time, Monday through Friday. Read more »

Electronic Devices are Not Allowed Inside the Embassy

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For the safety and security of all applicants and employees, visa applicants are NOT PERMITTED to bring the following into the Embassy: any kind of electronic and battery-operated devices (mobile phone, digital camera, laptop, music player, portable game consoles such as PSP, USB thumb drive, mobile tablet, etc.) lighter and […] Read more »

New US Tourist Visa Fee

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The Department of State published an interim final rule (IFR) in the Federal Register on August 28, 2014 announcing fee changes for certain nonimmigrant visa (NIV) applications, immigrant visa (IV) applications, administrative and citizens’ services.  The new fees will become effective 15 days after the rule was published, on September 12, […] Read more »