How much does the B2 visa cost?

When applying for a B2 visa, applicants must pay an administrative fee to validate their application. Payment of the fee is compulsory and takes place before the visa application is processed.

For stays of less than 90 days in the United States: You don’t need to apply for a visa. You can apply for an electronic travel authorization in just a few minutes by clicking on ESTA online form.

Who pays the costs?

US visa application fees apply to all foreign citizens wishing to visit the USA, regardless of age. This fee is non-refundable and is paid before the visa application is processed.

How much are the fees?

The fee for validating a B2 visa application is US$185. This amount is set by the US State Department and updated regularly. More detailed information is available on this page.

How do I pay for my visa?

Payment of fees by credit card

Applicants can pay the visa fee directly online by credit card. The amount is expressed in dollars, but will be automatically converted into your local currency by your bank.

Payment of fees by bank transfer

Applicants can also pay the visa fee by bank transfer. Fees are quoted in dollars and several other local currencies. The exchange rate used is set by the US State Department.

Payment by deposit slip

Applicants may also pay the visa fee in cash. You must make a monetary deposit in a bank accredited by the USA. In exchange, he will receive a deposit slip as proof of payment of the fee.

Reimbursement of fees paid in the event of visa refusal

No refund of visa fees paid is possible, regardless of the outcome of the application.

Payment of the fee is not transferable to another applicant for another B2 visa application. It cannot be used or transferred for another visa application.

If you do not use the receipt for 1 year, the fees paid are lost. You will no longer be able to use the receipt to justify payment of the fee, and you will not be able to obtain a visa appointment at the embassy with this invalid receipt. Your initial unused payment will be cancelled. Payment of this fee is non-refundable for any reason whatsoever.

Visa fee payment validity period

The candidate receives a numbered receipt when the fee is paid. This payment certificate is valid for 1 year. The applicant must therefore make an appointment at the American embassy for an interview within the 1-year validity period of the payment.