Immigrant Visa Information

An immigrant visa is required of anyone who wishes to enter the United States to reside there permanently, whether or not that person plans to seek employment in the United States. U.S. immigration law provides for the issuance of immigrant visas in four general categories: immediate relatives, family based, employment based and Diversity Immigrant Visa Program, known as the "green card" lottery.

The Consular Section at the US Embassy Harare usually handles immigrant petitions filed in the United States.  When petitions are received at post, we contact the beneficiaries to pick up the required forms, photo specification and checklist of documents required.  When everything has been submitted, the interview is scheduled.