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United States visa for Kosovar citizens

Kosovar citizens need a visa to enter United States.

Visa required Confidence: medium — Likely current — confirm details with the official source Last verified: (3 days ago)
Status
Visa required
Max stay
Set by visa
Official cost
185 USD
Before departure
Apply for a visa before you travel

Cost note

MRV (Machine-Readable Visa) fee for B-1/B-2. The Visa Integrity Fee of $250 may apply to certain applicants.

What you need

  • valid passport
  • completed DS-160 application form
  • visa interview appointment (may need to travel to a US embassy in a neighbouring country as there is no US Embassy in Kosovo)
  • passport-style photograph
  • proof of ties to Kosovo and financial means

Official source

https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/

Use the government route and fee only. Avoid lookalike agent sites that add markups or mimic official portals.

Why this verdict

Kosovar citizens require a B-1/B-2 visitor visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. Kosovo is not in the US Visa Waiver Program. Note that the US does not formally recognise Kosovo, but does accept Kosovar passport holders for visa applications. Apply well in advance of travel.

Frequently asked questions

Do Kosovar citizens need a visa for United States?
Kosovar citizens need a visa to enter United States. (Visa required.)
How long can Kosovar passport holders stay in United States?
The length of stay is set by the visa you are issued.
How much does the United States entry cost for Kosovar citizens?
The official fee is 185 USD. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.

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