How to Apply
These instructions apply to all visa applicants.
Step 1.Complete the Application Forms
Application Forms
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Click Form DS 156 for all applicants
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Click Form DS-157 for male applicants between the ages of 16-46
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Click Form DS-158 for student, employment and exchange visitor visas
NOTE: The national identification number is NOT the passport number and MUST be filled in accurately. Look for a string of numbers in your passport that identify your birth date and your other biographic information
Step 2. Schedule appointment for visa interview. To make your on-line Non-Immigrant Visa appointment, click here
Step 3. Apply in person at the Consular Section on the day of your scheduled appointment with:
-- completed applicable forms and supporting documents which may include all previous passports
-- non-refundable visa application fee ($131.00 or the Maluti or Rand equivalent), cash only.
-- passport valid for at least six (6) months beyond the date of anticipated travel
-- color photograph as follows:
- 1 color photograph measuring 2" X 2" , for detailed photo specifications please click on photo requirements in the main menu under visas.
While not endorsed by the U.S. Embassy, the following business provide photos that meet U.S. visa application standards:
Foto First, shop 1.14 LNDC Centre, Kingsway, Maseru
N.B. Applicants who arrive at the Consular Section without the correct sized photographs will be asked to obtain new ones and advised when to return. Systems requirements
Use of the electronic visa application form requires three basic computer features:
(a) 128-bit encryption version of either WINDOWS Internet Explorer (minimum Version 5.0, Service Pace 2) or NESCAPE (minimum Version 6.2)
(b) inkjet or laser jet printer
(c) Adobe Acrobat Reader Version 5.0 or higher