Visas to the U.S 

The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bratislava accepts applications for visas by appointment only.  There are many types of US non-immigrant visas.  Persons interested in applying for a visa should review the information below to determine which type of visa they need and its specific requirements before submitting an application.  Visa applications should be submitted well in advance of the planned travel, since the application and processing can require several weeks.

• Increase of the U.S. non-immigrant visa application fee
• New method of payment for visa application fee as of December 1, 2007

Non-Immigrant Visas Applying for a Visa – Instructions and Procedures Visa Information and Types Tips on Applying for a Visa Expedited Appointments for Emergencies or Urgent Travel U.S. Visa Policy Glossary of Visa Terms Fees and Reciprocity Tables What Happens When a Visa Application is Denied

General Information Hours, Location and Contact Information Frequently Asked Questions Tourist Information for Travelers to the U.S. The Visa Waiver Program

 

The Visa Unit of the U.S. Embassy in Bratislava provides nonimmigrant visas services to persons who are physically present in Slovakia.  Please note that U.S. immigrant visa services for residents of Slovakia are provided by the U.S. Embassy in Prague.

Visa Application Hours:
By appointment only.

Public Inquiries:
The best way to contact the Visa Unit is by email at consulbratislava@state.gov .  Every effort is made to reply to all emails within two business days.

Telephone inquiries:
14:00 to 16:00 Tuesdays and Thursdays, except for official Slovak and American holidays.   Please note that telephone inquiries will not be answered outside of these hours, as Visa Unit personnel will be engaged in conducting scheduled visa interviews.

Contact Information:
Mailing Address: U.S. Embassy, P.O.Box 309, 814 99 Bratislava, Slovakia
E-mail: consulbratislava@state.gov
Tel: +421 2 5443 0861
Fax:  +421 2 5441 8861

Location:
The Consulate is located at Hviezdoslavovo namestie #4, Bratislava, Slovakia.  It is adjacent to the main U.S. Embassy building, between the Czech Embassy and the Hotel Carlton.  (See map/mapa)