Visa Fees
- How do I pay the application fee?
The non-immigrant visa application fee can
be paid at ABN AMRO account number 51.54.83.184. Please note that no
refunds will be made for fees that are transferred incorrectly. The
application fee is non-refundable; no refund will be made if the visa
is denied or if the applicant decides not to pursue an application. The
original fee receipt must be presented when the visa application is
submitted at the Consulate. The application may also be paid by Dutch
PIN card at the time of the appointment. More information on paying non-immigrant visa fees.
- I paid the application fee, but decided not to apply, can I get my money back?
Once you have
paid the money at ABN- AMRO Bank, it CANNOT be refunded, even if you
subsequently decide for any reason whatsoever, not to apply.
- My application was refused. Why can't I get my money back?
The fee that you paid is an application fee.
Everyone who applies for a U.S. visa, anywhere in the world, must pay
this fee, which covers the cost of adjudicating your application. As
the application form states, this fee is non-refundable regardless of
whether or not you are issued a visa. If your application was refused
under Section 214(b) and you choose to reapply for a visa, whether at
this Consulate General or elsewhere, you will be required to pay the
application fee again.
- Before I applied for the visa, I paid a fee into the bank. Why am I being asked to pay an additional fee?How do I pay the reciprocity fee?
All visa applicants are
required to pay an application fee, which is charged to cover the costs
involved in the processing of a visa application. However, nationals of
certain countries are required to pay a reciprocity fee in order for
the visa to be issued. These fees reflect the fees charged by the
applicant's government for a similar service to a U.S. citizen. To
determine whether your nationality is subject to a reciprocity fee,
please check the Reciprocity Chart found at the State Department website.
- How must I pay the reciprocity fee?
The reciprocity fee must be paid in either cash (U.S. dollars or euros)
or credit card at the Consulate at the time of the interview. Please
note that this reciprocity fee, unlike the processing fee, is NOT to be
paid in advance to ABN-AMRO Bank and PIN cards cannot be accepted to
pay reciprocity fees. More on paying fees ...
- I paid the reciprocity fee to ABN-AMRO Bank. Can I get my money back?
No. Unfortunately, the Consulate General cannot refund reciprocity fees paid in error.
- Why is the reciprocity fee more/less than my friend's fee?
Reciprocity fees are based on nationality
and reflect the fees charged by your government for a similar service
to an American citizen. Different governments charge different fees and
this is reflected in the reciprocity fee which we are asking you to pay.
- What is a SEVIS Fee and how do I pay it?
J, F, and M visa applicants
with a Form I-20 and DS-2019 issued after September 1, 2004 are
required to pay an additional SEVIS Fee. This is in addition to the
application and must be paid prior to the applicant's appointment at
the Consulate. Proof of payment of the SEVIS fee is required at the
time of appointment. More...