does an indian passport holder require a transit visa in the USA?

Question

My cousin is flying to Nassau, Bahamas next week and most cheap flights are through Miami. Will he require a US transit visa

Answer 1

Hi I'm Christie.

I work at immigroup a private immigration firm, i'm going to try to help you today with your questions.

Yes, if you have an Indian passport, even if the plane is just refueling you require a visa to the US, So you might as well apply for a B2 visa wich will give you the ability to also visit.
For more info, here's the government website www.nvars.com
or our website http://www.immigroup.com/us_visa.php

You could also call me at 416-962-2623 extention 23 (christie)

Answer 2

Yes. He will require a US Transit visa. Even if he has a stopover of a few hours in US soil within immigration gates in the airport, he still has to have a valid US Transit visa. The process could take days or weeks depending on the US Consulate and person.

Answer 3

I just returned from a month in europe, visiting 10 countries. Point of entry was Paris, point of departure to return to the USA was Amsterdam. The only thing I had to show was an american passport at point of entry and departure. I would think that if you have a valid Indian passport it would be good enough.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Of course he will require a US transit visa.

Make sure he arranges all his documents nicely when going to US mission; RETURN air tickets, confirmed travel itinerary and bank account statements showing sufficient funds. Any doubt and his holidays could get ruined. The US consul officers are all SCREW DHEELA

Answer 6

I can see why you are asking, the website is really pretty hopeless as far as providing information.