Department of State Announces End of Visa Revalidations in the U.S.

The Visa Revalidation Unit in Washington, D.C. will discontinue acceptance of visa revalidation applications as of July 16, 2004.  The Visa Revalidation Program is a long-standing program created to allow foreign nationals to renew certain visas without leaving the U.S. Those holding E, H, I, L, O, and P series visas within sixty days of expiration are currently able to apply for renewal by mail in lieu of appearing in person for application at a U.S. embassy or consular office abroad.