US Visa Interview Rules Changing in April 2025 – What You Need to Know

Attention travellers! If you’re planning a trip to the United States after April 2025, be aware of significant changes coming to the U.S. visa application and interview rules.

A critical update requires the barcode number on your DS-160 form to exactly match the one used when booking your visa appointment. Any discrepancy will result in forced rescheduling and an additional $185 MRV (Machine Readable Visa) fee.

Furthermore, applicants must now digitally upload all required supporting documents at least 72 hours before their interview via the CEAC portal. This includes financial records, invitation letters, and employment verification documents.

Finally, changes to the visa interview waiver policy mean that more applicants may be required to attend in-person interviews, including those applying for work and student visas.

Prepare in advance, double-check your DS-160 details, upload your documents early, and be ready for a potential in-person interview!

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