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Visa renewal application

Applying for a new visa

Guide for new Visa

Individuals holding expired Business and Tourist visas are unable to renew or extend their visas. The process of formal "visa" is not available at Embassies or Consulates. If your visitor visa has expired, you must submit an application for a new visa. Despite the misconception that renewing or extending visitor visa is straightforward for previous visa holders, this is not the case. Visa renewal or extension is treated as a new visa application by the Embassy or Consulate, subject to the same application procedures and requirements. However, some Embassies and Consulates offer "Reuse and Reissuance Visa Procedures," simplifying and expediting the process of applying for a new visitor visa. For comprehensive instructions on applying for a new visa and further details on Reuse and Reissuance Visa Procedures, refer to the "Visa Renewal Application Guide.

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Visa Renewal Eligibility and Requirements:

Individuals who have previously held a valid visa or have a visa that is nearing expiration are eligible to apply for a new visitor visa. There is no specific process for renewing a visa; Instead, you must submit a new visa application. However, some embassies and consulates offer special expedited procedures for applicants in these situations, often referred to as “visa reuse and reissue procedures.” One important advantage of renewing a visa is that applicants may not need to undergo a visa interview, particularly if they have held a long-stay visa, have a history of multiple entries and exits, and have never exceeded the permitted length of stay.

Can I travel with a valid visa in an expired passport?

Unless previously canceled, a visa remains valid until its expiration date. Therefore, if you possess a valid visitor visa in an expired passport, you may use it in conjunction with a new, valid passport for travel and admission. For comprehensive instructions on applying for a new visa, renewing an expired visa, and traveling with a valid visa in an expired passport, download the 'Visa Renewal Application Guide.'