Applicants under 14 and over 80

Most applicants are required to appear personally at the Consular Section to apply for a U.S. visa. However, certain applicants may be exempt from that requirement based on their age.

Applicants that do not need to appear in person must meet the following age criteria:

• Children under 14 years of age -a parent with a birth certificate may apply on behalf of the child.
• Adults 80 years of age or older -a close relative may apply on behalf of the applicant.

Applicants who are not required to appear for a visa interview must:

• Register an account and scheduled an appointment through the web site or call center.
• Prepare the required visa application documents that consist of:

o The complete DS-160 visa application
o Applicant’s valid passport and any previous passports
o All appropriate documents
o MRV fee payment confirmation

Important: Applications dropped off at the Consular Section will not be accepted.

In some cases, the Consular Section will contact the applicant to request a personal interview.