The document provides instructions for applying for a U.S. visa at the embassy in Bogota, Colombia. It outlines the 7 main steps: 1) selecting a visa type, 2) completing the online DS-160 form, 3) paying fees and scheduling an appointment, 4) attending a biometrics appointment, 5) attending the visa interview, 6) picking up your passport, 7) different types of visas available. It emphasizes completing the DS-160 form accurately, paying fees, preparing required documents like birth certificates and photos, and attending all scheduled appointments on time.

1. Integrantes:
Carolina Gómez
María Eugenia Arévalo
Yoan Sebastián García
Flor Andrea Becerra
Paola santana

2. When you arrive at the consulate, you may need to
stand in a queue outside the consulate.

3. The Following are not
permitted inside the
visa sections:
 All mobile phones
 All bags
 Any food and liquids
As soon as you enter the consulate, you will go
through a security check, which may include a full
body metal detector scan.

4.  Fingerprints are required for almost all visa
applicants for U.S.

5. You will be directed to be seated in the waiting
lounge area. You must sit quietly and wait for your
turn to be called for the interview. Keep your
documents ready.

6.  The interviewer will be behind a glass window, and
you will be able to speak through a microphone on
the glass window.
 The interviewer may ask questions and verify your
documents. Answer truthfully and confidently.

8.  Form DS-160
 Passport
 Birth certificate
 Marriage certificate
 Medical certificate
 Pólice certificate

9. FORM DS-160
 This form must be
completed online. then
bring the confirmation
page with barcode for the
day of your interview at
the Embassy of the
United States.

10. PASSPORT
 The passport must be
valid for travel to the
United States and
must have at least six
(6) months validity
after the date of
issuance of the visa.

11. BIRTH CERTIFICATE
 An original birth certificate of each applicant and the
petitioner (the person who asks for it). You must
present a birth certificate for all children under 18
years, although not request visa with you at this time.
The certificate must state the date and place of birth
and parents' names.

12. MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE
 If you are or were married / a above, you must
submit the original. You must also present proof of
the termination of any previous marriage, such as a
death certificate, divorce decree or annulment.

13. MEDICAL CERTIFICATE
 You must select a medical panel approved by the
Embassy of the United States for medical
examinations upon receipt of the quote. We
recommend you get tested as soon as possible, so
that the results can be ready for your interview and
thus avoid delay in their visa.

14. POLICE CERTIFICATE
 All applicants 18 years of age or older need a police
certificate for every region of the country of
nationality or current residence where the applicant
has resided for at least six ( 6) months since I turned
18 years old .

16.  Obtaining an appointment.
• Documentation you must obtain.
• Photographs you must obtain.
• Payment of fees.
• The interview process.
• How long it takes to get your possport back.
• In case of refusal.

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18. HOW TO APPLY FOR A VISA
 STEP 1: Select visa type. Many people visit the
U.S. for business or pleasure on B1/B2 visas but
there are many different types of visas for study,
exchange programs, employment, and investment
in the U.S.
 STEP 2: Complete DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa
Application form. This form is available online in
English with Spanish translation. Print out the
“Confirmation Page” with the barcode after filling
out the application. See our TIPS for the DS-160 if
you need additional help.

19.  STEP 3: Pay the non-refundable
application fee and schedule appointment
. Note that not everyone requires an interview
(see section on Interview Waivers). Use the
online system to determine if an interview is
required.
 STEP 4: Schedule appointment for
biometrics to be taken at the Applicant
Service Center (ASC) in Bogota or
Medellin. Appointments are scheduled through
the Visa Information Service. You will choose
your passport pick-up location through this
site. Save this information for Step 4 and 5.

20.  STEP 5: Attend your Applicant Service Center
(ASC) appointment in Bogota or Medellin (if
applicable). During this appointment, your
biometric information will be collected. Applicants
should present their current passport and DS-160
confirmation page.
 STEP 6: Appear at U.S. Embassy in Bogota for
your interview. Appear on the date/time of
your visa interview appointment.
 STEP 7: Pick up passport with visa at your
local DHL office or the Applicant Service
Center (ASC). Pick up passport at selected site
chosen in Step 3. Note: If you need to reschedule
your appointment or change your pick-up location,
contact the Visa Information Service directly. There is
no need to contact the Embassy.

21. VISA CATEGORIES
 Tourism and Business (B1/B2)
 Studying in the U.S. (F & M)
 Exchange Programs – Au Pairs, Summer Work
Travel, Bilingual Teachers, etc. (J)
 Temporary Workers (H, L, O, P)
 Religious Workers (R)
 Domestic Employees (B1, A-3, G-5)
 Members of a Commercial Ship or Flight Crew
(C1,D)
 Traders and Investors (E1, E2)
 Press & Media (I)
 Diplomats and Officials (A, G, C-3)
 Human Trafficking and victims of Crime (S,T,&U)

22. INTERVIEW
 The personal interview with a consular officer
and the information that the applicant
provides in writing on the online DS 160
application form are critical elements of the
visa process. As a result of the large number of
people applying for visas each day, the
interviews are often short.

23. Apply For a Nonimmigrant Visa
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24. Important: Before You Start
 Learn about types of visas.
 List of documents and information you will need.
 How to complete the application

25. Directory of Visa Categories
The purpose of your intended travel and other facts
will determine what type of visa is required under U.S.
immigration law. As a visa applicant, you will need to
establish that you meet all requirements to receive the
category of visa for which you are applying. Whether
you are eligible to receive a visa, and if so, which visa
category is appropriate.

26. Nonimmigrant Visa Categories
Purpose of Travel
Athlete, amateur or professional.
(exchange visitor)
Business visitor
Crewmember
Foreign government official
Domestic employee or nanny - must be accompanying a foreign national
employer
Employee of a designated international.
Exchange visitor.
Foreign military personnel.
Religious worker.
Student.
Temporary agricultural worker.
Tourism, vacation, pleasure visitor
Victim of Criminal Activity.
Among others.

27.  http://spanish.santodomingo.usembassy.gov/cita_r
esidencia2.html