C Visa Transit Visa USA
Apply for C Visa (Transit Visa USA)
It is a short-term visa that allows foreign travelers to pass through the United States while on their way to another country. We assist you and lodge your transit visa, so don’t wait, start your visa process now.
What is a C Visa (Transit Visa)?
The C Visa, also known as a Transit Visa, is a short-term visa for foreign nationals who need to pass through the United States on their way to another country. This visa is meant only for transit purposes and not for tourism, work, or study.
For example, if you are traveling from Australia to Canada and your flight stops in the US, you may need a C Visa to change flights at a US airport before continuing your journey.
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Key Features of the US Transit Visa
- The C Visa is only for passing through the US.
- You cannot use it to visit family, attend meetings, or take a vacation.
- You must already have a confirmed onward ticket to your next destination.
- The stay is very short, usually just a few hours to a maximum of 29 days.
- You must have a valid visa for your final destination country (if required).
Who Needs a C Visa?
You may need a C Visa if:
You have a layover in the US before traveling to another country.
You are a crew member traveling to join a ship or aircraft (in some cases).
You do not qualify for the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) or ESTA.
Your nationality requires a visa for any type of entry into the US.
Documents Required for a C Visa Application
Valid passport.
Completed Form DS-160 (Online Visa Application).
Payment receipt of visa application fee.
Proof of onward travel (flight tickets to your next destination).
Visa for final destination country (if needed).
Recent passport-size photograph.
Proof of sufficient funds for travel.
How to Apply for a US Transit Visa (C Visa)
Complete Form DS-160 online and print the confirmation page.
Pay the visa application fee (usually around USD $185*).
Schedule a visa interview at the US Embassy or Consulate in your country.
Prepare documents including passport, tickets, and proof of destination visa.
Attend the visa interview where the officer will check your travel plans.
If approved, your passport will be stamped with the C Visa.
Validity and Duration
- The C Visa is valid only for the short transit period.
- You cannot stay in the US for more than 29 days.
- You must depart on the confirmed flight or ship shown in your application.
Faqs
Yes, in most cases you need a C Visa unless you qualify for the Visa Waiver Program (ESTA) or already have a valid B-1/B-2 visa.
You can stay for a maximum of 29 days, but usually transit stays are just for a few hours or one day.
Yes, you can leave the airport, but your purpose must still be transit and not tourism. You cannot use it for sightseeing or visiting family.
Yes, all travelers including children must have a C Visa (or ESTA if eligible) if they are transiting through the US.
Processing time is usually 2–6 weeks, depending on the embassy and your nationality.
Yes, if you are from a Visa Waiver Program country, you can apply for ESTA instead of a C Visa.
No, you must already have a valid visa for your final destination country before applying for a US C Visa.
No, the C Visa is only for transit. You cannot change status or apply for another visa from within the US.
