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In light of current H1N1 Influenza A outbreak, the U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong's Consular Section is taking every precaution to protect the health and safety of all of our customers. We therefore request that visitors experiencing flu-like symptoms reschedule their appointment until after the symptoms have subsided.

Nonimmigrant Visas: You may find instructions on how to reschedule your appointment by visiting our website at http://hongkong.usconsulate.gov/niv_apply.html. For nonimmigrant visas, we generally have next day availability.

Immigrant Visas: Please contact us via Visa Inquiry Form at http://hongkong.usconsulate.gov/visa_inquiry_form.html to reschedule your appointment.

Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring the health and safety of all employees and visitors to the U.S. Consulate in Hong Kong.


Rainy and Typhoon Season: The annual rainy and typhoon season has begun and is expected to last until September. Please be advised that if Black Rainstorm Warning OR Typhoon Signal 8 or above is announced by the Hong Kong Observatory, the Consulate General will be closed. In such a situation, there will be no need to reschedule your appointment. Please click here for details.

Customer Service Statement to Visa Applicants

Welcome to the Nonimmigrant and Immigrant Visa Units of the U.S. Consulate General for Hong Kong and Macau.

The U.S. Consulate General is located at 26 Garden Road in Central, Hong Kong.

We provide the following visa services:

Nonimmigrant Visas - temporary visits for pleasure, exchange programs, study and temporary employment

Immigrant Visas - permanent residency, marriage to an American citizen, adoptions

Visa Inquiries – how to get general visa information and help with case-specific nonimmigrant and immigrant visa inquiries

Visa Waiver Program - information on who can use the Visa Waiver Program for visa-free short-term travel to the United States

 

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Last modified: September 4, 2009

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