The key recommendation from the US embassy for those whose visas expire

One of the most recurrent procedures in Colombia has to do with the visa to travel to the United States, however, this process has become more complicated since the covid-19 pandemic began, since hundreds of appointments have accumulated.

Whether it is an appointment to apply for the visa for the first time or to renew it, applicants must wait months, and even years, for their assignment. Nevertheless, the US embassy has announced measures to speed up the renewal process.

(Also read: Access to a Colombian visa will have new rules starting in October).

As announced by the entity on its social networks, citizens who have a B1/B2 visa can start the renewal process two years before the expiration date.

“You do not need to wait for your visa to expire to renew it. We recommend doing it in advance and starting the process two years before it expires.”, indicated the Embassy.

The publication also indicates that, while the visa remains valid, the person can continue to use it normally while waiting for their renewal appointment.

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Also, The United States Embassy reminded visa applicants that they can always visit its official website to know the process and consult doubts.

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