Select a visa category below to find the visa issuance fee, number of entries, and validity period for visas issued to applicants from this country*/area of authority.
Visa Classification: The type of nonimmigrant visa you are applying for.
Fee: The reciprocity fee, also known as the visa issuance fee, you must pay. This fee is in addition to the nonimmigrant visa application fee (MRV fee).
Number of Entries: The number of times you may seek entry into the United States with that visa. "M" means multiple times. If there is a number, such as "One", you may apply for entry one time with that visa.
Validity Period: This generally means the visa is valid, or can be used, from the date it is issued until the date it expires, for travel with that visa. If your Validity Period is 60 months, your visa will be valid for 60 months from the date it is issued.
| Visa Classification |
Fee | Number of Entries |
Validity Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| A-1 | None | Multiple ▲◉ | 24 Months▲◉ |
| A-2 | None | Multiple | 24 Months |
| A-3 1 | None | Multiple | 24 Months |
| B-1 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| B-2 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| B-1/B-2 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| C-1 | None | Multiple | 3 Months |
| C-2 | None | Multiple | 3 Months |
| C-3 | None | Multiple | 3 Months |
| CW-1 11 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| CW-2 11 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| D | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| E-1 2 | No Treaty | N/A | N/A |
| E-2 2 | No Treaty | N/A | N/A |
| E-2C 12 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| F-1 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| F-2 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| G-1 | None | ◼ | ◼ |
| G-2 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| G-3 | None | One | 3 Months |
| G-4 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| G-5 1 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| H-1B | None | Multiple | 12 Months 3 |
| H-1C | None | Multiple | 12 Months 3 |
| H-2A | None | N/A | N/A 3 |
| H-2B | None | N/A | N/A 3 |
| H-2R | None | Multiple | 12 Months 3 |
| H-3 | None | Multiple | 12 Months 3 |
| H-4 | None | Multiple | 12 Months 3 |
| I | None | One ★ | 3 Months ★ |
| I | $100.00 | Multiple ★ | 12 Months ★ |
| J-1 4 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| J-2 4 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| K-1 | None | One | 6 Months |
| K-2 | None | One | 6 Months |
| K-3 | None | Multiple | 24 Months |
| K-4 | None | Multiple | 24 Months |
| L-1 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| L-2 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| M-1 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| M-2 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| N-8 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| N-9 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| NATO 1-7 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| O-1 | None | Multiple | 12 Months 3 |
| O-2 | None | Multiple | 12 Months 3 |
| O-3 | None | Multiple | 12 Months 3 |
| P-1 | None | Multiple | 12 Months 3 |
| P-2 | None | Multiple | 12 Months 3 |
| P-3 | None | Multiple | 12 Months 3 |
| P-4 | None | Multiple | 12 Months 3 |
| Q-1 6 | None | Multiple | 12 Months 3 |
| R-1 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| R-2 | None | Multiple | 12 Months |
| S-5 7 | None | One | 1 Month |
| S-6 7 | None | One | 1 Month |
| S-7 7 | None | One | 1 Month |
| T-1 9 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| T-2 | None | One | 6 Months |
| T-3 | None | One | 6 Months |
| T-4 | None | One | 6 Months |
| T-5 | None | One | 6 Months |
| T-6 | None | One | 6 Months |
| TD 5 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| U-1 | None | Multiple | 48 Months |
| U-2 | None | Multiple | 48 Months |
| U-3 | None | Multiple | 48 Months |
| U-4 | None | Multiple | 48 Months |
| U-5 | None | Multiple | 48 Months |
| V-1 | None | Multiple | 60 Months |
| V-2 | None | Multiple | 60 Months 8 |
| V-3 | None | Multiple | 60 Months 8 |
▲. Diplomatic couriers may be issued A-1 visas valid for multiple entries within 24 months or one entry within 3 months, depending upon the request of the host government. Courier visas are to be issued within 3 to 5 days from application.
◉. Non-diplomatic employees of the host government embassy and consulates in the U.S. may be issued visas valid for 24 months and for one entry, depending on request of the host government.
◼. Principal resident representative and members of the immediate family may receive visas valid for 12 months, multiple entries. Others classified G-1 may receive visas valid for 3 months and for one entry.
★. Correspondents assigned to, and to be resident in, the U.S. and members of their immediate families may be issued visas valid for 12 months, multiple entries. Other correspondents classified as I may receive visas valid for three months and for one entry.
Although care has been taken to ensure the accuracy, completeness and reliability of the information provided, please contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate where you plan to apply if you believe this information is in error or if you have further questions.
The validity of A-3, G-5, and NATO 7 visas may not exceed the validity of the visa issued to the person who is employing the applicant. The "employer" would have one of the following visa classifications:
An E-1 and E-2 visa may be issued only to a principal alien who is a national of a country having a treaty, or its equivalent, with the United States. E-1 and E-2 visas may not be issued to a principal alien if he/she is a stateless resident or national of a country without a treaty. *When the spouse and children of an E-1 or E-2 principal alien are accorded derivative E-1 or E-2 status and are themselves a national of a country that does not have a treaty with the United States – the reciprocity schedule, including any reciprocity fees, of the principal alien’s country of nationality should be used. **Spouse and children of an E-1 or E-2 visa principal applicant, where the spouse and children are also nationals of a country that has a treaty with the United States – the reciprocity schedule, including any reciprocity fees, of the spouse and children’s country of nationality should be used.
*Example 1: John Doe is a national of Country A that has an E-1/E-2 treaty with the U.S. however his wife and child are nationals of Country B which has no treaty with the U.S. The wife and child would, therefore, be entitled to derivative status and receive the same reciprocity as John Doe, the principal visa holder.
**Example 2: Mike Doe is a national of Country Y that has an E-1/E-2 treaty with the U.S. however his wife and child are nationals of Country Z that also has a treaty with the U.S. The wife and child would, therefore, be entitled to derivative status and receive the reciprocity issued to nationals of Country Z.
The validity of H-1 through H-3, O-1 and O-2, P-1 through P-3, and Q visas may not exceed the period of validity of the approved petition or the number of months shown, whichever is less.
Under 8 CFR §214.2, H-2A and H-2B petitions may generally only be approved for nationals of countries that the Secretary of Homeland Security has designated as participating countries. The current list of eligible countries is available on USCIS's website for both H-2A and H-2B visas. Nationals of countries not on this list may be the beneficiary of an approved H-2A or H2-B petition in limited circumstances at the discretion of the Department of Homeland Security if specifically named on the petition.
Derivative H-4, L-2, O-3, and P-4 visas, issued to accompanying or following-to-join spouses and children, may not exceed the validity of the visa issued to the principal alien.
There is no reciprocity fee for the issuance of a J visa if the alien is a United States Government grantee or a participant in an exchange program sponsored by the United States Government.
Also, there is no reciprocity fee for visa issuance to an accompanying or following-to-join spouse or child (J-2) of an exchange visitor grantee or participant.
In addition, an applicant is eligible for an exemption from the MRV fee if he or she is participating in a State Department, USAID, or other federally funded educational and cultural exchange program (program serial numbers G-1, G-2, G-3 and G-7).
However, all other applicants with U.S. Government sponsorships, including other J-visa applicants, are subject to the MRV processing fee.
Under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Canadian and Mexican nationals coming to engage in certain types of professional employment in the United States may be admitted in a special nonimmigrant category known as the "trade NAFTA" or "TN" category. Their dependents (spouse and children) accompanying or following to join them may be admitted in the "trade dependent" or "TD" category whether or not they possess Canadian or Mexican nationality. Except as noted below, the number of entries, fees and validity for non-Canadian or non-Mexican family members of a TN status holder seeking TD visas should be based on the reciprocity schedule of the TN principal alien.
Since Canadian nationals generally are exempt from visa requirement, a Canadian "TN' or "TD" alien does not require a visa to enter the United States. However, the non-Canadian national dependent of a Canadian "TN", unless otherwise exempt from the visa requirement, must obtain a "TD" visa before attempting to enter the United States. The standard reciprocity fee and validity period for all non-Canadian "TD"s is no fee, issued for multiple entries for a period of 36 months, or for the duration of the principal alien's visa and/or authorized period of stay, whichever is less. See 'NOTE' under Canadian reciprocity schedule regarding applicants of Iranian, Iraqi or Libyan nationality.
Mexican nationals are not visa-exempt. Therefore, all Mexican "TN"s and both Mexican and non-Mexican national "TD"s accompanying or following to join them who are not otherwise exempt from the visa requirement (e.g., the Canadian spouse of a Mexican national "TN") must obtain nonimmigrant visas.
Applicants of Iranian, Iraqi, Libyan, Somalian, Sudanese, Syrian or Yemeni nationality, who have a permanent resident or refugee status in Canada/Mexico, may not be accorded Canadian/Mexican reciprocity, even when applying in Canada/Mexico. The reciprocity fee and period for "TD" applicants from Libya is $10.00 for one entry over a period of 3 months. The Iranian and Iraqi "TD" is no fee with one entry over a period of 3 months.
Q-2 (principal) and Q-3 (dependent) visa categories are in existence as a result of the 'Irish Peace Process Cultural and Training Program Act of 1998'. However, because the Department anticipates that virtually all applicants for this special program will be either Irish or U.K. nationals, the Q-2 and Q-3 categories have been placed only in the reciprocity schedules for those two countries. Q-2 and Q-3 visas are available only at the Embassy in Dublin and the Consulate General in Belfast.
No S visa may be issued without first obtaining the Department's authorization.
V-2 and V-3 status is limited to persons who have not yet attained their 21st birthday. Accordingly, the period of validity of a V-2 or V-3 visa must be limited to expire on or before the applicant's twenty-first birthday.
Posts may not issue a T-1 visa. A T-1 applicant must be physically present in the United States, American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands or a U.S. port of entry, where he/she will apply for an adjustment of status to that of a T-1. The following dependents of a T-1 visa holder, however, may be issued a T visa at a U.S. consular office abroad:
The validity of NATO-5 visas may not exceed the period of validity of the employment contract or 12 months, whichever is less.
The validity of CW-1 and CW-2 visas shall not exceed the maximum initial period of admission allowed by DHS (12 months) or the duration of the transition period ending December 31, 2014, whichever is shortest.
The validity of E-2C visas shall not exceed the maximum initial period of admission allowed by DHS (24 months) or the duration of the transition period ending December 31, 2014, whichever is shortest.
Civil documents, except as noted below, are available in Tajikistan. Certified copies of available documents may be exported. The person to whom the record pertains must obtain a certified copy at a local notary office and authenticate the notary's seal and signature at the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Tajikistan (MOJ).
Copies of the documents obtained directly from the Civil Registry Office (ZAGS) archives should be legalized at the Department of Legal Assistance , Pubic and Media Affairs under the MOJ, and authenticated at the Main Consular Department under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of the Republic of Tajikistan.
Some civil records were destroyed during the civil war 1992-1997 and may not be available. Local authorities generally will issue a certificate to that effect, although the process may take months.
In the United States, Tajik documents can be requested through the Embassy of Tajikistan at 1005 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037. This process can take several months to complete.
Available
Fees: There are no fees.
Document Name: Birth Certificate
Issuing Authority: Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Tajikistan.
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: Green, hard cover booklet.
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Head of the Civil Registry Office (ZAGS).
Registration Criteria: The birth should be registered within three months after the child’s birth.
Procedure for Obtaining: Applications are made at local Civil Registry Offices (based on place of their registered residence). Required documents include: an in-person application submitted at the local Civil Registry Offices, national identity documents of both parents, a copy of their marriage certificate, and a birth record from the maternity hospital.
Certified Copies: Any notary public can make a certified copy of the birth certificate.
Alternate Documents: Green and red hard cover birth certificates were issued during the Tajik Soviet Socialist Republic (TSSR) period. Green paper cover birth certificates were issued after Tajik independence.
Exceptions: There are no exceptions.
Available
Fees: There are no fees.
Document Name: Death Certificate
Issuing Authority: Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Tajikistan.
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: Gray, hard cover booklet.
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Head of the Civil Registry Office (ZAGS).
Registration Criteria: Registration should occur within 12 months after the death.
Procedure for Obtaining: Applications are submitted at local Civil Registry Offices. Required documents include: an application form, certificate from the medical institution, national identity document of deceased, military card (if available), and a document proving the relationship to the deceased.
Certified Copies: Any public notary can make a certified copy.
Alternate Documents: There are no alternate documents.
Exceptions: There are no exceptions.
Available
Fees: 300 TJS (equivalent to 30 USD) – for marriages between the Tajik citizens
675 TJS (equivalent to 68 USD) – for marriages between the Tajik and foreign citizens
Document Name: Marriage Certificate
Issuing Authority: Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Tajikistan
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: Red, hard cover booklet
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Head of the Civil Registry Office (ZAGS)
Registration Criteria: The marriage should take place within one month after the application is submitted.
Procedure for Obtaining: Applications should be submitted in-person at local Civil Registry Offices. Required documents include: an application form, national identity documents for both parties, and proof of fee payment. There is a residency requirement of 12 months for foreigners in Tajikistan before they can marry a Tajik citizen. Foreign citizens also need to provide the following documents: a certificate on marriageability (serves as proof of legal ability to enter into a marriage contract), a valid visa and registration in the country, and sign a marriage contract.
Certified Copies: Any public notary can make a certified copy.
Alternate Documents: There are brown and beige hard cover marriage certificates issued during the Tajik Soviet Socialist Republic (TSSR) period.
Exceptions: There are no exceptions.
Comments: In February 2011, the Tajik Parliament initiated changes to the Family Code which oblige foreign citizens to fulfill certain commitments to marry a Tajik citizen. All foreigners who wish to marry Tajik citizens must live in Tajikistan at least one year prior to the marriage, sign marriage contracts, and provide housing to their future spouse.
Available
Fees: 675 TJS (equivalent to 68 USD)
Document Name: Divorce Certificate
Issuing Authority: Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Tajikistan
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: Dark blue, hard cover booklet
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Head of the Civil Registry Office (ZAGS)
Registration Criteria: An application for a divorce certificate can be submitted only after the court decision has entered into force. If the couple does not have minor children, a court decision is not required, and the application can be submitted based on mutual agreement.
Procedure for Obtaining: Applications should be submitted in person at local Civil Registry Offices. Required documents include: an application form, national identity documents from parties, a court decision copy (if applicable), and proof of fee payment.
Certified Copies: Any public notary can make a certified copy.
Alternate Documents: Grey paper with beige and dark red frame divorce certificates were issued during the Tajik Soviet Socialist Republic (TSSR) period.
Exceptions: There are no exceptions.
On May 3, 2006, Tajikistan changed its Family Code to prohibit inter-country adoption of Tajik orphans. Couples that include a Tajik citizen may still adopt, but all other adoptions by non-Tajik citizens are forbidden by Tajik law.
Available
Fees: 10 USD (paid in TJS equivalent amount)
Document Name: Identity Card
Issuing Authority: Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) of the Republic of Tajikistan
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: Small plastic card
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Local Departments of Internal Affairs
Registration Criteria: Tajik citizens 16 years of age or older are required to hold an identity card that serves as proof of their identity and citizenship.
Procedure for Obtaining: An application can be submitted at any local Department of Internal Affairs. Required documents include:
(a) For applicants 16 years of age – applying for the first time: A birth certificate, parents’ passports and with photocopies, proof of address certificate, two photos (3.5x4.5 cm), taxpayer ID number, blood type confirmation (optional), and a fee payment.
(b) For applicants 18 years of age or older: A birth certificate, marriage or divorce certificate, previous identity card (if available), proof of address certificate, two photos (3.5x4.5 cm), taxpayer ID number, blood type confirmation (optional), and a fee payment.
Certified Copies: Any public notary can make a certified copy.
Alternate Documents: The previous version of national passport books (1996 version) remain valid until their dates of expiration.
Exceptions: There are no exceptions.
Available
Fees: Price varies based on requested processing time. Generally 30 TJS (equivalent to 3 USD)
Document Name: Police Certificate or Certificate on Conviction
Issuing Authority: Information-Analytical Center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: Round wet blue seal with hand-written signature / pink, yellow, green or blue paper / smaller than A4 sized paper
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Chief of the Information-Analytical Center
Registration Criteria: Starting from January 1, 2025, police certificate applicants aged 18 years or older are required to present a fingerprint certificate. Once the fingerprint certificate is presented, it is not necessary to resubmit the fingerprint certificate for future applications.
Procedure for Obtaining: The certificate can be obtained from the Main Information-Analytical Center of MIA in Dushanbe and Regional Offices in Sughd, Khatlon and GBAO regions. Documents needed are the following: an application form, identity card/national passport or international passport (with photocopy), and proof of fee payment.
Certified Copies: Any public notary can make a certified copy.
Alternate Documents: There are no alternate documents.
Exceptions: There are no exceptions.
Comments: Police Certificates or Certificates on Conviction from lower-level district branch offices of MIA and handwritten certificates are not acceptable.
Available
Fees: There are no fees.
Document Name: Court Decision
Issuing Authority: Local Courts under the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Tajikistan
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: A4 sized paper
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: There is no issuing authority personnel title.
Registration Criteria: There are no registration criteria.
Procedure for Obtaining: After the court process is complete, each party is issued its own original document. Duplicate copies can be obtained at the court chancery.
Certified Copies Available: Any public notary can make a certified copy.
Alternate Documents: There are no alternate documents.
Exceptions: There are no exceptions.
Comments: Court records are stamped occasionally with “copy is equal to original”.
Available
Fees: There are no fees.
Document Name: Draft registration certificate / Certificate on exemption from military service / Certificate in place of military record book / Military record book
Issuing Authority: Local military offices under the Ministry of Defense (MOD) of the Republic of Tajikistan
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: Red and dark green hard cover booklet (military record book); white and blue paper and/or hard cover booklet (draft registration certificate); blue hard cover booklet (certificate on exemption from military service)
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: Military commissioner
Registration Criteria: All males are required to register at 16 years old with the local military office and obtain a “draft registration certificate”. To register, the applicant is required to submit an identity card, proof of address certificate, two photos (3.5x4.5 cm), and medical examination results which will state whether the person is eligible for military service.
Procedure for Obtaining: All males from 18 to 27 years old who are not considered to be eligible for military service due to medical reasons (either temporarily or permanently) should be issued a “certificate on exemption from military service”. If the applicant is eligible for military service, the military record book will be issued after military service is completed. In some cases, the military office issues a ”certificate in place of military record book” (i.e., upon reaching the upper age limit and being discharged to the reserve).
Certified Copies: Any public notary can make a certified copy.
Alternate Documents: Red and gray hard cover military record books and draft registration certificates were issued during the Tajik Soviet Socialist Republic (TSSR) period.
Exceptions: There are no exceptions.
Types Available: Regular, Official, Diplomatic and Stateless Person Passports
Fees: Regular passport - 75 USD (paid in TJS equivalent amount) + 152 TJS
Document Name: Passport
Issuing Government Authority: Regular passports are issued by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and in some circumstances by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (including diplomatic representatives and consular sections of the Republic of Tajikistan abroad). Stateless person passports are issued by the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Official and diplomatic passports are issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: Regular passports have a gray hard cover, official passports have a black hard cover, and diplomatic passports have a brown hard cover.
Issuing Authority Personnel Title: There is no issuing authority personnel title.
Registration Criteria: There are no registration criteria.
Procedure for Obtaining: Regular passport applications should be submitted in person at a district branch office of MIA at the place of residence. Official and Diplomatic passports holders should apply through their employers.
Alternate Documents: There are no alternate documents.
Exceptions: In emergency situations, diplomatic representatives and consular sections of the Republic of Tajikistan abroad may issue Tajik citizens a “Certificate for Returning to the Republic of Tajikistan”.
Other Documents Available: There are no other documents available.
There are several types of residence documents in Tajikistan. Tajikistan uses plastic identity cards/national passports for travel and registration of Tajik nationals within the country. These contain identifying information about the bearer and specify a residential address, marital status, and the bearer’s taxpayer ID number. All plastic identity cards have a 10-year validity. Previous versions of national passports (1996 version) remain valid until their expiration dates. The primary identification document for children under 16 is their birth certificate. Separately issued international passports for travel outside of Tajikistan are machine-readable with a gray cover. International passports are valid for 10 years for adults. Children under 16 years of age are issued international passports for the appropriate periods, depending on their age at the time of receipt of the passport.
Post Title: U.S. Embassy in Dushanbe
Address: U.S. Embassy Dushanbe, 109 A Ismoili Somoni Ave., Dushanbe
Phone Number: +992 372 292300
Email: DushanbeVisas@state.gov
Comments / Additional Information: All visa inquiries must use the “Visa Navigator” accessible on U.S. Embassy Dushanbe’s official website.
The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Dushanbe provides non-immigrant and immigrant visa services, as well as American citizen services.
Although care has been taken to ensure the accuracy, completeness and reliability of the information provided, please contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate where you plan to apply if you believe this information is in error or if you have further questions.
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