US CONSULATES RESUME ROUTINE VISA SERVICES

US CONSULATES RESUME ROUTINE VISA SERVICES

The Department of State has announced the resumption of visa services, which were suspended in March 2020. Resumption dates will be determined separately for each US embassy / consulate by evaluating the epidemiological situation in a particular country.

The US Embassy in Russia has not yet announced the resumption of visa services.

The Department of State also reports that the embassies will prioritize immigrant petitions from immediate relatives of US citizens, as well as applications for adoption. U.S. Embassies will also continue to provide emergency visa services and services in accordance with Presidential Executive Order 10052.