Ask the Consul

Ask-the-Consul Installment 24-11 The Exchange Visa Program (J-1) provides many opportunities for foreign nationals to visit the United States to teach, study, conduct research, demonstrate special skills, or receive on-the-job training for periods ranging from a few weeks to several years. 

Ask-the-Consul Installment 24-10 In this edition of our Ask-the-Consul, we will share essential tips for those looking to apply for the 2026 Diversity Visa Program. 

Ask-the-Consul Installment 24-09 On September 16, 2024, the State Department launched a new version of the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). 

Ask-the-Consul Installment 24-08 Embassy of the United States of America100 Duke & Young Streets, Kingston,  Georgetown, Guyana  Many family-sponsored immigrant visa applicants have questions about the eligibility of their children who turn age 21 while their petition is pending. 

Ask-the-Consul Installment  24-06 In this edition of our Ask-the-Consul, we will answer common questions as people make summer plans to visit family and friends or to visit one of the many attractions in the United States.

Ask-the-Consul Installment 24-05 Embassy of the United States of America  100 Duke & Young Streets, Kingston,Georgetown, Guyana  Taking the time to adequately prepare for your immigrant visa interview will prevent unnecessary delays in processing your application. 

In this edition of our Ask-the-Consul, we will answer some common questions about U.S.

Embassy of the United States of America 100 Duke & Young Streets, Kingston, Georgetown, Guyana  In this edition of our Ask-the-Consul, we will answer some common questions about traveling to the United States for non-immigrant purposes. 

Embassy of the United States of America 100 Duke & Young Streets, Kingston, Georgetown, Guyana  There are many myths and misconceptions about the U.S.

Embassy of the United States of America 100 Duke & Young Streets, Kingston, Georgetown, Guyana  The U.S.

The U.S. Embassy’s Consular Section provides emergency services for U.S. citizens in Guyana. 

It’s International Education Week! Here’s Your Guide to Applying for a U.S.

2025 Diversity Immigrant Visa Program – Your Guide to Applying Many people are interested in immigrating to the United States but do not have a qualifying family member or employer to sponsor them.

The U.S. Embassy’s Consular Section is committed to facilitating legitimate travel to the United States.

Are you an American citizen living and working in Guyana? Get to know us at the U.S.

In this edition of our Ask-the-Consul, we will provide information on studying in the United States.

Embassy of the United States of America         100 Duke & Young Streets, Kingston, Georgetown, Guyana To improve efficiency in the visa application process and to provide better services to visa applicants, the Consular Section of the United States Embassy in Georgetown, Guyana re-opened the Visa Document Service Center, known as the “DSC” on June 13, 2023. 

There has been an increase in the number of third-party preparers or visa service providers who create fake appointment letters or charge exorbitant fees for visa services that you can otherwise do yourself.

Non-Immigrant Visa (NIV) Fee Increase On March 28, 2023, the Department of State published a Final Rule regarding upcoming increases to certain nonimmigrant visa application (NIV) processing fees.

This edition of Ask the Consul addresses common questions asked by Green Card Holders when they travel outside of the United States.