Since the beginning of February 2025 who wants to take or renew the seen for the United States They should be aware. As soon as the inauguration of Donald Trumpthe US government changed the deadlines and a new law signed by the president reduced the time to renew visas without the need to interview from 48 months to 12 months after the expiration of non -immigrant visas.
The US government claims that the deadline had been extended to 48 months to facilitate the renewal process during the pandemic COVID-19considering the operational restrictions of embassies and consulates. But now this flexibility is no longer needed, returning to Pre-pandemic standard.
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According to Wagner Pontes, CEO of D4U Immigration, in addition to changing the period of renewal without interview, there was an unofficial increase in the rigor of the sorting of people qualified to enter the United States. “This can result in an increase in the number of negative visa requests for Brazilians,” says the expert.
It is possible, according to him, that the waiting time to schedule interviews in the consulates increases, especially after the new Trump government immigration policies. However, the necessary documents for visa request have not changed.
Necessary documents
- A passport with at least six months of validity after the trip date;
- DS-160 form filled and printed, with the visible barcode;
- Proof of payment of the consular fee.
See when it is possible to renew visa without interview
- Be a Brazilian citizen or permanent resident in Brazil
- Have a valid or expired American visa less than 12 months ago
- Have under 14 and over 79 years
- Not lost, canceled or repealed the previous visa
- Not had the visa refused in the last request
- Never have been arrested or convicted of a crime; deported or prevented from entering the United States
Recommendations
The expert recommends to those who want to take visas from now on planning in advance, presenting solid documentation. “Especially those that show strong bonds with Brazil. Be prepared for a more detailed analysis of your request and possible delays in the process, ”he says.
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The preparation time considered good to obtain the visa is at least 3 to 6 months in advance of the visa due or the planned date of the trip. If your visa has expired less than 12 months ago, you may be eligible for renewal without interview, saving time in the process.
“Throughout the process, it is consistent with the information provided and honest in all statements. Also consider seeking help from a visa advisory company if you have questions or your case is complex, as the chances of approval will be much higher and immigration policies can change quickly, so the professional will be informed and will be able to adapt their process more easily adapt to the new rules.
Deadlines for viewing visas
The waiting time to obtain the American Tourism Visa (B1/B2) may vary according to the consulate or embassy in Brazil and the current demand. In September 2024, the US Consul General in Brazil reported that the average term for the issuance of the tourist visa was 35 days.
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Those visas for the student, who will exchange, have also been changed. For the visa of study (J1 and J2), but it was considered positive, because now students will be valid for up to 24 months and no more 12 months. However, a reciprocity rate of $ 102 was introduced for approved requests.
Despite the hardening of rules in other modalities, new policies indicate that for work visas reality is different. “There is a greater interest in attracting international talents from various industries, being a way for professionals with extraordinary skills and advanced academic degree,” he said, adding that in the first eight months of 2024, 2,142 Visas EB-1 and EB-2 were issued. For Brazilians, an increase of 58% over the same period of 2023.
Sought, the United States Consulate in Sao Paulo did not return our request in time, but the space is still open to updates.
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