United States Visa RequirementsFor Kosovo passport holders
Kosovo citizens must obtain a B1/B2 visitor visa before traveling to the United States. Kosovo is not part of the Visa Waiver Program. The $185 application fee is non-refundable and an in-person interview at the U.S. Embassy in Pristina is required.
Kosovo passport holders require a visa to enter United States.
Apply online at ceac.state.gov by completing the DS-160 form. Pay the $185 MRV fee, then schedule an interview at the U.S. Embassy in Pristina at Rruga 4 Korriku No. 34, 10000 Pristina. Bring your DS-160 confirmation, payment receipt, and supporting documents to the interview. After approval, visa printing takes approximately 5-10 business days. Valid for up to 10 years with multiple entries allowed depending on the officer decision.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa Application
Complete the DS-160 form online at ceac.state.gov. Print and bring the confirmation page with barcode to your interview.
Valid Passport
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay in the United States. Must have at least one blank visa page.
Visa Interview Appointment Confirmation
Printed confirmation of your scheduled interview appointment at the U.S. Embassy in Pristina.
MRV Fee Payment Receipt
Receipt proving payment of the $185 non-refundable machine-readable visa application fee.
Passport-Sized Photograph
One recent photograph, 2x2 inches, color, white background, taken within the last 6 months, per U.S. visa photo requirements.
Financial Documents
Recent bank statements (last 3-6 months), pay slips, or tax returns demonstrating sufficient funds to cover your stay in the U.S.
Proof of Ties to Kosovo
Employment letter, property ownership documents, family registration, or business records showing compelling reasons to return to Kosovo.
Employment or Enrollment Proof
Letter from employer including position, salary, and approved leave, or enrollment letter from educational institution.
Travel Itinerary Recommended
Proposed travel dates, flight details, and hotel reservations in the United States.
Invitation Letter (if applicable) Recommended
If visiting family or friends in the U.S., a signed invitation letter plus copies of their U.S. status documents (passport, green card, or visa).
Current Travel Situation
Kosovo to United States: What You Need to Know
Kosovo passport holders are not eligible for ESTA or the Visa Waiver Program. A B1/B2 nonimmigrant visa is required for tourism, business meetings, and short family visits. Kosovo is recognized by the U.S., so the embassy in Pristina handles applications directly. Interview appointment wait times can range from several months to over a year, so early planning is essential.
How to Get There
There are no direct flights from Pristina to the United States. Common connecting routes go through Istanbul via Turkish Airlines, Frankfurt via Lufthansa, Vienna via Austrian Airlines, or Zurich via Swiss International Air Lines. Istanbul connections are typically fastest and most frequent.
Money & Banking
The United States uses USD. Credit and debit cards are accepted almost everywhere. Keep some cash for tips, local transport, and small vendors. Tipping is customary: 15-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per bag for hotel staff. Sales tax of roughly 5-10% is added at checkout in most states and is not included in displayed prices. Notify your bank before travel to avoid card blocks.
Practical Tips
Book your interview appointment far in advance as wait times in Pristina can exceed one year. Dress professionally for the interview. Bring original documents plus photocopies. Be prepared to explain your ties to Kosovo clearly, as demonstrating intent to return is critical to visa approval. A denied visa fee is not refunded. If your application requires administrative processing, it can take several additional weeks.