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HOW TO REQUEST AN EXPEDITED INTERVIEW
The U.S. Embassy reviews expedited requests for business, education/exchange (F, M, J visas), medical emergency,
on a case-by-case basis. Students and exchange visitors requesting expedited appointments must provide an I-20
or DS-2019 form showing that they would miss the beginning of their courses/programs if not granted an expedited
appointment.
Before requesting an expedited appointment, please pay visa fees and have documentary evidence to prove the
urgency. You can provide information about scheduling constraints, but should not request a specific interview date
or time. If you misrepresent the reasons for urgent travel, such facts will be noted and may influence the outcome of
your visa application. Additionally, if you had previously been granted an appointment but subsequently refused a
visa at the U.S. Embassy, or Consulate, you would not be allowed to schedule another expedited appointment.
Note: Travel for the purpose of attending wedding/graduation ceremonies, assisting pregnant relatives,
participating in an annual business/academic/professional conference, or enjoying last-minute tourism does not
qualify for expedited appointments. We do not expedite appointments simply for travelers’ convenience, or
advance booking of flight tickets. For such travel, please schedule a regular visa appointment well in advance.
STEP 1: SCHEDULE THE FIRST AVAILABLE APPOINTMENT
For expedited interview request, you should first login to your profiles on www.ustraveldocs.com/th and schedule the earliest
available appointment shown on the calendar, even if it is for a date after your travel need.
STEP 2: SUBMIT EXPEDITE REQUEST FORM
After successfully scheduling the appointment, an “Emergency Request” menu will be shown on the left of the screen.
Select this option and complete your Emergency Request form detailing your urgent need to travel by providing evidence to
support your request (i.e. for medical emergency, you need to provide a letter from a U.S. hospital or doctor).
STEP 3: WAIT FOR THE DECISION
After your submission, the U.S. Embassy, or Consulate will respond to your request via email within 1-2 business days.