The document outlines the application process for nonimmigrant A-visas for diplomats and government officials traveling to the U.S. on official business. It details the required documentation, including a valid passport, nonimmigrant visa application form, photo, and a diplomatic note from the government. Additional information and contact details for assistance are also provided.

1. How to apply for Nonimmigrant Travelling Visas to the U.S.
Ambassadors, Diplomats, Public Ministers and other Diplomatic Personnel can apply for an
A-visa if they are traveling to the United States on behalf of their government with an
intended official purpose. The purpose for which the applicant is traveling should be
government-natured
The different types of A-visas are as follows:
A-1: Diplomats, ambassadors, consular officers, public ministers, and their immediate family
A-2: Government officials and their immediate family
A-2: NATO 1-6 visa: Members of foreign military services
A-3: Domestic staff of an A1 or A2 visa holder and/or immediate family.
For an A-1 or A-2 visa, you must be traveling to the United States on behalf of your
government for official activities only. Foreign officials traveling to the United States on
official business must get an A-visa before entering the United States. Foreign officials
cannot enter the United States on a tourist visa or under the Visa Waiver Program 1 if they
travel for work purposes. Qualified A visa applicants traveling to the United States for
assignments of less than 90 days will be issued visas that fall under the category of
Temporary Duty (TDY).

2. Submit Required Documentation
All applicants for A visas should gather and deliver the following required documents to the
U.S. Embassy or Consulate in your home country:
Passport valid for travel to the United States - Your passport must be valid for at least 6
months beyond your period of stay in the United States (unless exempt by country-specific
agreements
Nonimmigrant Visa Application, Form DS-160 confirmation page (For applicants applying
outside the United States)
Photo – You will upload your photo while completing the online Form DS-160.
A diplomatic note - This note is written confirmation from your country’s government of
your status and official purpose of travel. A-3 applicants also require diplomatic notes to
confirm the official status of their employers. Beginning July 1, 2014, the sending
government must provide the following information in the diplomatic note submitted with
any A-1 or A-2 visa application outside the United States, and for any request for a change
into such visa status in the United States:
the government official's or employee's name, date of birth, position and title, place of
assignment or visit, purpose of travel, a brief description of his or her duties, travel date,
and the anticipated length of the tour of duty or stay in the United States, and
the names, relationships, and dates of birth of any dependents and other members of
household who will be accompanying or joining the government official or employee.
For an immediate family member applying separate from the principal visa applicant - A
copy of both the visa and the I-94 (both front and back) for the principal visa holder is
required.
Additional Documentation May Be Required
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