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Guam transit visa

The C-1 visa is for immediate, continuous travel through the United States on the way to another country.

Ways to get a Guam transit visa

  1. C-1 transit visa

    Visa needed

    People travelling through the United States in immediate and continuous transit to another country.

    Fee
    US$185 application fee; a nationality-based issuance fee may also apply.
    1. Show that transit is your only reason for entry.
    2. Pay the application fee and attend a consular interview.
  2. C-1/D transit and crew visa

    Visa needed

    Sea or air crew members who need both transit and crew permission.

  3. C-3 official transit visa

    Visa needed

    Foreign government officials, their immediate family and accompanying attendants or personal employees travelling in transit. This includes diplomats and dependants travelling to or from their posted country.

Who needs it

Travellers whose only reason for entering is transit can apply for a C-1 visa.

Changing planes

Leaving the airport
With a C-1 visa, your only reason for entering must be transit to another country. No separate rules for leaving the airport are given.

How to apply

  1. Show that your trip is for transit and that your stay will be limited.
  2. Pay the application fee.
  3. Attend an interview at a United States embassy or consulate.

What to bring

  • Foreign passport
  • Transit visa
  • Evidence of your transit purpose and limited stay

Good to know

  • C-1 travel must be immediate and continuous transit to another country.
  • A visa does not guarantee admission.
  • No airport transit-without-visa rule or hour limit is given.
  • Crew members usually need combined transit and crew permission.

Questions

Do I need a transit visa for Guam?

Travellers whose only reason for entering is transit can apply for a C-1 visa.

What are the ways to get a transit visa for Guam?

There are 3 options: C-1 transit visa (a visa from an embassy); C-1/D transit and crew visa (a visa from an embassy); C-3 official transit visa (a visa from an embassy).

How much does a Guam transit visa cost?

US$185 application fee. Some nationalities also pay a visa issuance fee.

What documents do I need for a Guam transit visa?

Foreign passport; Transit visa; Evidence of your transit purpose and limited stay.

How do I apply for a Guam transit visa?

1. 1. Show that your trip is for transit and that your stay will be limited. 2. 2. Pay the application fee. 3. 3. Attend an interview at a United States embassy or consulate.

What rules do I have to follow on a Guam transit visa?

C-1 travel must be immediate and continuous transit to another country. A visa does not guarantee admission.

Does my passport change whether I need a transit visa for Guam?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Guam visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a transit visa for Guam be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Guam transit visa rules?

On Guam's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my transit visa once I am in Guam?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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