Embassy Contact Information
American Embassy Banjul
Kairaba Avenue, Fajara
P.M.B. 19
Banjul
The Gambia
Tel: (220) 439-2856
Fax: (220) 439-2475
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Embassy Visa Information - A visa is provided
by a U.S. Embassy or Consulate. A visa entitles the holder to travel
to the United States and apply for admission; it does not guarantee
entry. An immigration inspector at the port of entry determines
the visa holder's eligibility for entry into the United States.
Recent changes in U.S. visa laws and regulations have increased the amount of time it can take to get a visa. Stricter security measures require more thorough checks and through check the visa application process but ensure the safety of visitors and U.S. citizens alike.
Even with significant improvements being made in speeding up visa processing, it is expected that delays will sometimes occur. Therefore, it is important to apply as early as possible for your visa and to avoid booking non-refundable travel until after a visa is issued.
A visa doesn’t permit entry to the U.S., however. A visa simply indicates that your application has been reviewed by a U.S. consular officer at an American embassy or consulate, and that the officer has determined you’re eligible to enter the country for a specific purpose. Consular affairs are the responsibility of the U.S. Department of State.
Requirement for Visa - The Consular Section of the US citizenship will give complete assistance to the inhabitants of U.S.A in The Gambia: Banjulas the visa type will vary from one to another, the requirement will also differ. You can see the complete information that you essentially require including the photo copies that you should submit along with the application form.
A visa allows you to travel to the United States as far as the port of entry (airport or land border crossing) and ask the immigration officer to allow you to enter the country. Only the immigration officer has the authority to permit you to enter the United States. He or she decides how long you can stay for any particular visit. Immigration matters are the responsibility of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
American Visa Fees - From Jan 2008, the processing fee for NIV application has been switched from 100 USD to 131 USD and the processing fee for IV application has been switched from 335 USD to 355 USD. All the described fees will be charged to any visa type.
Documents for Visa - The purpose of your trip will finally decide the essential documents, which must have to be surrendered for availing visa. To avail the visa, you must be loaded with clear and complete documents including the photo copies of the applicant, approved passport, confirmation number, and the fee receipt that you have paid for both the NIV and IV transactions. During the time of your request, you should provide your full name and contact number along with.
Eligibility - Generally, the eligibility requirements parameters will absolutely vary from the visa type the applicant belong to! You can set your fingers in action to browse the eligibility information about Fiancées Visas, Student Visas, Tourist/Business Visas and others. As eligibility and requirements differ from one to another, you can explore the particulars to get a better understanding. You can find umpteen number of information to discern and make with. United States Embassy Information - It generally deals
with different sections including economic affairs, foreign policy,
domestic issues, US society & values. With the best assistance
and efforts of sections, the embassy processes its work with a right
and routine schedule of planning.
DATE |
HOLIDAY |
AMERICAN/GAMBIAN |
| JANUARY 01 |
NEW
YEAR'S DAY |
AMERICAN/GAMBIAN |
| JANUARY 20 |
YOAMUL ASHORA (M) |
GAMBIAN |
| JANUARY 21 |
M. L. KING JR'S BIRTHDAY |
AMERICAN |
| FEBRUARY 18 |
INDEPENDENCE DAY |
GAMBIAN |
| FEBRUARY 18 |
PRESIDENT'S DAY |
AMERICAN |
| MARCH 21 |
GOOD FRIDAY |
GAMBIAN |
| MARCH 24 |
EASTER MONDAY |
GAMBIAN |
| APRIL 23 |
MAWLUD NABI (M) |
GAMBIAN |
| MAY
01 |
LABOR DAY |
GAMBIAN |
| MAY
26 |
MEMORIAL DAY |
AMERICAN |
| JULY
04 |
INDEPENDENCE DAY |
AMERICAN |
| JULY
22 |
JULY
22 HOLIDAY |
GAMBIAN |
| AUGUST 15 |
ASSUMPTION DAY |
GAMBIAN |
| SEPTEMBER 01 |
AMERICAN LABOR DAY |
AMERICAN |
| OCTOBER 2 |
KORITEH (EID-EL FITR) (M) |
GAMBIAN |
| OCTOBER 13 |
COLUMBUS DAY |
AMERICAN |
| NOVEMBER 11 |
VETERAN'S DAY |
AMERICAN |
| NOVEMBER 27 |
THANKSGIVING DAY |
AMERICAN |
| DECEMBER 11 |
EID-EL ADHA (TOBASKI) (M) |
GAMBIAN |
| DECEMBER 25 |
CHRISTMAS DAY |
AMERICAN/GAMBIAN |
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