Booking Us Visa Appointments In Bahrain: A Guide

To apply for a US visa in Bahrain, you must schedule an appointment for a visa interview at the US Embassy. You can do this online or through the call center. Before scheduling, you must have the following: a passport valid for travel to the US, your visa application fee payment receipt, your DS-160 confirmation page, your email address, and any other required documents based on your visa class. It is recommended to book your appointment as early as possible to secure your preferred interview date and time.

Required documents for a nonimmigrant visa appointment

To schedule a nonimmigrant visa appointment, you will need to have the following documents ready:

• A passport valid for travel to the United States. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended period of stay in the United States, unless country-specific agreements provide exemptions. If there is more than one person included in your passport, each person who wants a visa must submit an application.
• Your visa application (MRV) fee payment receipt.
• Your DS-160 confirmation page.
• Your email address.
• If applicable, you will need additional documents based on your visa class. This could include a petition approval for petition-based visas. You can find more information about the different visa types and their requirements online.

It is important to note that you are limited to the number of times you can reschedule your appointment. If you reschedule your appointment three times or fail to attend, you will be required to pay another visa application fee. Therefore, it is advisable to plan accordingly.

Steps to take before an immigrant visa interview

To take an appointment for a US visa in Bahrain, you must schedule an appointment for an interview at the US Embassy in Manama, either online or through the call center.

Schedule and complete a medical examination:

You and your family members applying for a visa must schedule a medical appointment with an embassy-approved doctor, known as the Panel Physician. The exam results can take up to 96 hours, so ensure you complete the examination before your scheduled visa interview.

Register for courier services and follow other pre-interview instructions:

After your medical exam, the Panel Physician will either send the results directly to the embassy or give them to you in a sealed envelope. If given an envelope, bring it to your visa interview and give it to the consular officer; do not open it.

Gather the required documents for the interview:

All visa applicants, regardless of age, must bring specific documents to the interview, including photographs and the original or certified copy of all civil documents submitted to the National Visa Center (NVC). These documents typically include:

• A valid passport for travel to the US, valid for at least six months beyond your intended period of stay.
• Your visa application (MRV) fee payment receipt.
• Your DS-160 confirmation page.
• Your email address.
• Required documents based on your visa class, such as a petition approval for petition-based visas.

Plan your transportation and arrival at the embassy:

The US Embassy in Manama is located at Building No. 979, Road 3119, Block 331, Zinj District, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain. Applicants should enter through the North gate on Road 3119, and parking is available on Road 3118. The only public transportation option to and from the embassy is by taxi.

Comply with security regulations:

All visitors must identify themselves to a security guard at the main gate to gain access to the embassy. Bring a valid picture ID with you.

Please note that electronic devices, large bags, and certain accompanying persons are not allowed within the embassy grounds, as detailed on the US Embassy in Bahrain's website.

How to schedule a nonimmigrant visa appointment online

To schedule a nonimmigrant visa appointment online, you must first ensure that you have the following documents ready:

• A passport valid for travel to the United States, with a validity date at least six months beyond your intended period of stay in the country. If you have more than one person included in your passport, each person desiring a visa must submit an application.
• Your visa application (MRV) fee payment receipt.
• Your DS-160 confirmation page.
• Your email address.
• If applicable, required documents based on visa class, such as a petition approval for petition-based visas.

Once you have these documents ready, you can schedule your appointment online via the US Travel Docs website or through the call center. It is recommended that you book your appointment as early as possible to secure your preferred interview date and time.

Supporting documents for a business/tourist visa

To obtain a US visa in Bahrain, you must schedule an appointment for a visa interview at the US Embassy. To schedule a nonimmigrant visa appointment, you will need the following documents:

• A passport valid for travel to the United States with a validity date at least six months beyond your intended period of stay in the United States (unless country-specific agreements provide exemptions). If more than one person is included in your passport, each person desiring a visa must submit an application.
• Your visa application (MRV) fee payment receipt.
• Your DS-160 confirmation page.
• Your email address.

In addition to the above, you may also need to provide other supporting documents based on the visa class.

If you are applying for a business/tourist visa, you must submit the following supporting documents:

• Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application (DS-160) Form: This is an online form that you need to complete and submit.
• Passport: Your passport must be valid for travel to the United States and have a validity date at least six months beyond your intended period of stay.
• Photograph: One 2"x2" (5cmx5cm) photograph taken within the last six months.
• Visa Fee Receipt: A receipt showing payment of the nonimmigrant visa application processing fee paid in local currency.
• Interview Appointment Letter: You must present a letter confirming that you have booked an appointment for the interview.

In addition to the above, you may also bring other supporting documents to your interview, such as:

• Proof of income, tax payments, property or business ownership, or assets.
• Travel itinerary and/or other explanations about your planned trip.
• A letter from your employer detailing your position, salary, length of employment, any authorized vacation, and the business purpose of your trip (if applicable).
• Criminal/court records pertaining to any arrests or convictions.
• School results, transcripts, degrees/diplomas, and evidence of financial support (for students).
• Employment letter and recent pay slips (for employed individuals).
• Evidence of your position and remuneration in the company (for businessmen and company directors).
• Proof of status of your relative in the United States (e.g., Green Card, naturalization certificate, valid visa, etc.).
• Documents attesting to your immigration or visa status (for previous visitors to the United States).

What to do after a visa interview

To take an appointment for a US visa in Bahrain, you must schedule an appointment for an interview at the US Embassy in Manama, either online or through the call center.

After your visa interview, you will need to wait for your visa application to be processed. Although this typically takes two working days, it may take longer depending on your individual circumstances and other special requirements.

You can track your passport and/or visa online. You can also select a document delivery address and choose a document delivery option.

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