Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Transit visas allow foreign nationals to travel through the U.S. to another destination country without entering the U.S. for any other purpose.
Visa validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
from 1 day to 5 years
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
Free of charge
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Eligible individuals
Child of C3, family, dependent
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
29 days
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
Free of charge
Eligible individuals
Spouse of C3, family, dependent
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
29 days
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
Free of charge
Eligible individuals
Attendant, servant, personal employee
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
29 days
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
Free of charge
Eligible individuals
Government official, government representative
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
29 days
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
Free of charge
Last updated 2026-04-13
Travel purpose:
Transit
, diplomatic duties
, other