Immigrant Visas

General Information

Immigrant visas are interviewed/processed by appointment only.  In general, in order to be eligible to apply for an immigrant visa, a foreign citizen must be sponsored by a U.S. citizen relative(s) or by a prospective employer. Unlike most other immigrant categories, Immediate Relatives are not subject to numerical limits under US immigration law.  For an overview of the types of immigrant visas available under immigration law, please see Immigrant Visa Classifications on the USCIS Website.  Major immigrant categories are:

• Immediate Relatives
• Special Immigrants
• Family-sponsored
• Employer-sponsored

In general, the immigrant visa process begins when a petition is submitted to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). 

Embassy Libreville now accepts immediate relative petition (I-130) for those who wish to sponsor an spouse, parent or minor child for an immigrant visa.  You may find more information through the Department of State's website or the USCIS website.