FAQs

Q: I'm currently In the United States. Can I get my visa renewed/changed by mailing it to the Consulate or sending it with someone to act on my behalf?

A: All applicants must appear in person for an interview with a consular officer. Another person cannot act on your behalf. We cannot begin any of the processing steps on an application, including the required administrative processing, until a consular officer has interviewed the applicant in person. Because there can be significant delays in the visa issuance process, applicants are encouraged to apply well in advance of any intended travel and to make allowances for a possible delay to their intended arrival date in the United States.

Q: How long is the waiting period for an appointment?

A: The waiting period for an appointment varies and depends in large part on seasonal demand. Applicants who apply in the summer months may have to wait several weeks for an appointment. For current visa appointment wait times for Casablanca, please visit the State Department's website.

Q: Can someone make an appointment for me?

A: Yes. A personal representative of your choosing can make an appointment for you through our online appointment system.

Q: What documentation do I need to present on the day of my interview at the Consulate to receive an H1B visa?

A:

• A passport valid for at least six months.
• A receipt for a non-refundable application fee in Moroccan Dirhams equivalent to $131 U.S. Dollars.
• The Electronic Visa Application Form, which must be filled out completely, with a full front view photograph against a white or off-white background stapled or glued to the visa application in the appropriate space. The photograph must be taken inthe last six months and must measure 50 mm X 50 mm with the head centered in the frame.
• All male non-immigrant visa applicants between the ages of 16 and 45 must also fill out and submit DS-157.
• The original form I-797 (Notice of Action)
• Proof of relationship (marriage booklet, marriage certificate, birth certificate) if you apply for dependents.