Important Visa Instructions - Peace Corps
IMPORTANT VISA APPLICATION INFORMATION Fill out all applications in black ink and use the forms provided. Some countries require that the application be typed. Refer to the country specific visa instruction sheet enclosed. The photos must be 2” x 2” unless otherwise noted. The background must be plain white or off-white. Write your name and country of service on the back of the visa photos. For more information please refer to: http://travel.state.gov/passport/pptphotoreq/pptphotor eq_5333.html. The Peace Corps requires a professional appearance. Graduation or candid photos cannot be used. Do not wear a hat, sunglasses, or tank top. Photos will not be returned.
Enclosing the visa application and photos in the envelope used for your DS-11 passport application. For security reasons, CWT SATO Travel cannot open these envelopes to retrieve any items. You will encounter a significant delay in the processing of your visa application if it is enclosed in the same sealed envelope. Not leaving the passport specific fields blank. Do not use your passport number, date of issuance, or expiration date from your personal passport. When your “no fee” passport is issued, CWT SATO Travel will enter this information. Whiting out or crossing out information. Some countries will not accept forms that have crossed out information or “white-out.” Print a new form and fill it out again if you make a mistake.
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Visa Applications Q: A:
Purpose of travel? Peace Corps Volunteer Service
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References in the United States? Peace Corps 1111 20th Street, NW Washington, DC 20526
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Reference in country to visit? Peace Corps Country Director (name of host country, e.g., “Mali,” “Kazakhstan,” “Vanuatu,” etc.)
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Means at applicant’s disposal? Peace Corps funds
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Are you returnable to your country? Yes
Not signing the visa application.
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Where will you go after leaving? Return to the U.S.
Not allowing sufficient time for photos to dry. Humidity can ruin photos.
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Dates of visit? Passport number? Single or multiple entry? Leave these entries blank. CWT SATO Travel will fill them in.
Unless instructions for attaching the photographs are specifically mentioned, use the photo holder or envelope provided by the photographer to submit to CWT SATO Travel. DO NOT staple, paste, or tape photos. Paper clips are acceptable. Sign your visa application when complete. Insert your visa application and photos into the mailing envelope you choose. Some Peace Corps posts may require additional photographs. Instruction will be given on the visa instruction sheet.
Common Visa Application Mistakes Not providing the required number of photographs.
Not printing your name and country of service on the back of the photos. Photos can get separated and lost.
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How much is the visa application? There is no fee to obtain your visa.
If you have any additional questions, contact CWT SATO Travel at 855.855.1961, option 1, ext. 1170, or [email protected].
Enclosing the visa application and photos in the envelope used for your DS-11 passport application. For security reasons, CWT SATO Travel cannot open these envelopes to retrieve any items. You will encounter a significant delay in the processing of your visa application if it is enclosed in the same sealed envelope. Not leaving the passport specific fields blank. Do not use your passport number, date of issuance, or expiration date from your personal passport. When your “no fee” passport is issued, CWT SATO Travel will enter this information. Whiting out or crossing out information. Some countries will not accept forms that have crossed out information or “white-out.” Print a new form and fill it out again if you make a mistake.
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Visa Applications Q: A:
Purpose of travel? Peace Corps Volunteer Service
Q: A:
References in the United States? Peace Corps 1111 20th Street, NW Washington, DC 20526
Q: A:
Reference in country to visit? Peace Corps Country Director (name of host country, e.g., “Mali,” “Kazakhstan,” “Vanuatu,” etc.)
Q: A:
Means at applicant’s disposal? Peace Corps funds
Q: A:
Are you returnable to your country? Yes
Not signing the visa application.
Q: A:
Where will you go after leaving? Return to the U.S.
Not allowing sufficient time for photos to dry. Humidity can ruin photos.
Q:
Dates of visit? Passport number? Single or multiple entry? Leave these entries blank. CWT SATO Travel will fill them in.
Unless instructions for attaching the photographs are specifically mentioned, use the photo holder or envelope provided by the photographer to submit to CWT SATO Travel. DO NOT staple, paste, or tape photos. Paper clips are acceptable. Sign your visa application when complete. Insert your visa application and photos into the mailing envelope you choose. Some Peace Corps posts may require additional photographs. Instruction will be given on the visa instruction sheet.
Common Visa Application Mistakes Not providing the required number of photographs.
Not printing your name and country of service on the back of the photos. Photos can get separated and lost.
A:
Q: A:
How much is the visa application? There is no fee to obtain your visa.
If you have any additional questions, contact CWT SATO Travel at 855.855.1961, option 1, ext. 1170, or [email protected].
