US Embassy In Accra Announces New Visa Fees That Will Be Effective From May 30th

The United States Embassy in Accra has announced intentions to raise nonimmigrant visa fees beginning May 30, 2023.

According to the embassy, the fee for business and tourist travel (B1/B2 visas), international students (F visas), exchange visitors (J visas), and other visa classes that do not require a petition will increase from $160 to $185.

The fee for petition-based nonimmigrant categories (H, L, O, P, Q, and R) will increase from $190 to $205.

The embassy explained that the increase in fees is mandated by the State Department in Washington and will apply to all US embassies and consulates around the world.

It was also stated that fees for new visa applications will not change until May 30, 2023. Applicants who pay the visa fee and schedule an interview within 365 days of payment will not be affected.

"This change does not affect applicants who pay the visa fee before May 30, 2023, and schedule an interview within 365 days of the date of payment.

There is no requirement that the interview take place within the 365-day period; applicants must simply schedule an appointment within that time frame.