United States of America visa requirements for Malians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Malians visiting United States of America

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a American Visa.

  • Barcoded DS-160 confirmation page.
  • Confirmation of your appointment for your visa interview at the embassy.
  • Malian passport that has a validity of not less than 6 months from the date of exit from the U.S. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the visa and entry stamps.
  • One colored passport-sized photograph that meets the passport requirement for a visa application.
  • Bank statement of not less than three months to the period of application of visa. The visa is proof of continuous flow of income and that you will be able to cater for yourself during your time in the country.
  • Travel insurance covers medical insurance.
  • Birth certificate for minors.
  • Return flight ticket to Mali.
  • The receipt that shows you have paid the visa application fee.

United States Of America Visa for Malians

Facts about United States Of America

The United States of America is one of the main tourist destinations in the world. You cannot truly see all the country has to offer in one trip. If you have exhausted the things to see in a particular location, the next location brings up a fresh array of things to see. The country has beautiful scenery, entertainment options, magnificent architecture, great tourist sites and so much more. No matter what you are interested in doing, you are sure to get it in the United States of America. National Parks, casinos, beaches, historical sites, movie theatres, trade fairs, shopping malls, restaurants, nightlife are just some of the things you can do in the country. Make sure you enjoy the rollercoaster of fun during your time here.
 
Tourism in the USA is a large industry that contributes greatly to the American economy. The United States of America is the country that attracts the third-largest number of tourists behind France and Spain and this may be attributed to the fact that tourists stay longer in the United States more than they do in France and Spain. The country plays host to about 78 million tourists yearly. Since Donald Trump got elected, the number of tourist visits in the United States has dropped by 4% and has led to the loss of about 40,000 jobs.
 
Citizens of Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, Caymans, Australia, Belgium, Brunei, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, South Korea, New Zealand, etc can gain entry to the United States of America visa-free for a certain period of time.

Types of United States Of America Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 5-10 days 3 months
Work visa 5-10 days 3 months
Student visa 3-10 days 3 months
Transit visa 5-10 days 24 hours

General Requirements for United States Of America Visa

  • Barcoded DS-160 confirmation page.
  • Confirmation of your appointment for your visa interview at the embassy.
  • Malian passport that has a validity of not less than 6 months from the date of exit from the U.S. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the visa and entry stamps.
  • One colored passport-sized photograph that meets the passport requirement for a visa application.
  • Bank statement of not less than three months to the period of application of visa. The visa is proof of continuous flow of income and that you will be able to cater for yourself during your time in the country.
  • Travel insurance covers medical insurance.
  • Birth certificate for minors.
  • Return flight ticket to Mali.
  • The receipt that shows you have paid the visa application fee.
United States Of America Tourist visa United States Of America Work visa United States Of America Student visa United States Of America Transit visa

United States Of America Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

    • The B-1/B-2 visitor visa is for people traveling to the United States temporarily for business (B-1) or for pleasure or medical treatment (B-2).
    • Generally, the B-1 visa is for travelers consulting with business associates, attending scientific, educational, professional or business conventions/conferences, settling an estate or negotiating contracts.
    • The B-2 visa is for travel that is recreational in nature, including tourism, visits with friends or relatives, medical treatment and activities of a fraternal, social or service nature.
    • Often, the B-1 and B-2 visas are combined and issued as one visa: the B-1/B-2.
    • This category of visa does not allow you to take permanent residence in the country.
    • You can neither study or be gainfully employed with this category of visa.
    • Evidence of employment and family ties which shows you have the intention of returning to Mali after the duration of your trip.
    • If you are traveling to the country for medical purposes, there is a need to get the diagnosis from your local doctor and the reason why you cannot get the treatment in Mali.
    • You need a letter from the medical institution in the United States that is willing to treat you, the letter should state in detail the length and cost of the treatment.
    • Applicants who are less than 18 should make sure they have the original copy of their birth certificate.
    • This visa expires after 90 days.
    • If you intend to extend your stay, you must file a request with the U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

United States Of America Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • For you to study in the United States, you need a student visa.
  • The school you intend to attend and the course of study determine what category of student visa you will be applying for.
  • The F-1 visa is the most common type of student visa.
  • If you wish to engage in academic studies in the United States at an approved school, such as an accredited U.S. college or university, private secondary school or approved English language program then you will need an F-1 visa.
  • You will also need an F-1 visa if your course of study is more than 18 hours a week.
  • M-1 visa is for those attending a vocational or technical course or other non-academic institutions.
  • You should have applied to study in the institution of choice and must have been accepted before you can apply for any of the categories of the student visa.
  • The admission letter from the institution you have been admitted to is mandatory.
  • It is also necessary to provide proof of accommodation.
  • Those with an M-1 visa may not work until there have completed their study.
  • F-1 allows you to do on-campus work with restrictions.
  • Minors should ensure their parents sign the application form.

United States Of America Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa allows a Mali citizen to take up paid employment in the United States.
  • An H-1B visa is required if you are coming to the United States to perform services in a pre-arranged professional job.
  • To qualify, you must hold a bachelor's or higher degree (or an equivalent degree) in the specific specialty for which you seek employment.
  • USCIS will determine whether your employment constitutes a specialty occupation and whether you are qualified to perform the services.
  • Your employer is required to file a labor condition application with the Department of Labor concerning the terms and conditions of its contract of employment with you.
  • H-2B visa is required if you are coming to the United States to perform a job that is temporary or seasonal in nature and for which there is a shortage of U.S. workers.
  • Your employer is required to obtain a Department of Labor certification confirming that there are no qualified U.S. workers eligible for the type of employment on which your petition is based.
  • An H-3 visa is required if you are coming to the United States to receive training from an employer in any field of endeavor, other than graduate education or training, for a period of up to two years.
  • You can be paid for your training and "hands-on" work is authorized. Training cannot be used to provide productive employment and cannot be available in your home country.
  • If you are the principal holder of a valid H visa, your spouse or unmarried children (under age 21) may receive an H-4 visa to accompany you to the United States.
  • However, your spouse/children are not permitted to work while in the United States.
  • Type O visas are issued to people with extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business and athletics, or extraordinary achievement in motion picture and television production, and their essential support personnel.

United States Of America Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for those traveling to another country from the US.
  • Applicants of this visa type intend to board a connecting flight from the US to their destination country.
  • Applicants may be passengers on a ship coming from Malian port and are proceeding to another country.
  • Holders of this visa are not allowed to visit friends or go sightseeing,
  • Under this visa, you are not allowed to work.
  • You need to present the visa to your destination country. Also, the flight ticket to your destination is required.
  • Minors should apply for their visas separately from their parents and their application forms should be signed by their parents.
  • The visa ceases to be valid after you exit the country.

United States Of America Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

(USD)

Work visa

(USD)

Student visa

(USD)

Transit visa

160.00 (USD)

United States Of America Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Mali

Location

Address

Bamako

Rue De Rochester NY and Rue Mohamed V B.P. 34 Bamako Mali

www.usa.com.ml

(+223) 222-54-70

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