United States Diplomatic / Official Visa

Category: Diplomatic / Official Visa

Overview: The United States Diplomatic/Official visa (A, G, C-3 categories) is for foreign government officials, diplomats, and international organization representatives entering the U.S. to engage in official duties or transit.

Eligibility: Applicants must be recognized foreign government officials, diplomats, or international organization employees traveling to the U.S. for official duties, accredited by their government/organization.

Processing Time: ~7 days

Visa Duration: 60 months

Renewable: Yes

Work Authorisation: Not permitted

Remote Work Allowed: No

Dependants Allowed: No

Path to Residency: No

Path to Citizenship: No

Sponsor Required: No

Official Government Page: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/diplomat-official/diplomat-official-visas.html

Summary: US Diplomatic/Official visas (A, G, C-3) are for foreign officials, diplomats, or IO representatives on official business. Eligibility requires accreditation. Benefit is entry to fulfill diplomatic or governmental functions.

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