Embassy of the United States

Immigrant Visas

Employment-Based Immigration

There are five categories of employment-based visas.  For a further description of each one, click here.

The Embassy cannot process these kinds of visas until a petition has been filed with and been approved by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

In most cases, the petitions are filed by the sponsoring U.S. employer.  These petitions cannot be filed at the Embassy.

Our mailing address is American Embassy, Consular Section, Laufasvegi 21, 101 Reykjavik.  Click here to send an email.

Adjustment of status in the U.S.

If the alien is already in the United States and plans to adjust status in the U.S., contact the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Remember! 

You need to bring one photocopy of all the documents that you want to file at the Embassy.    We take $1.00 for each photocopy that we make for you.

Internet addresses where you may find useful information:

www.uscis.gov
www.travel.state.gov 

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

The American Embassy in Reykjavik is not able to act as your attorney and prepare the various application forms on your behalf.  Should you have one or two short and precise questions regarding the forms then you may address those questions here.  Should you need extensive help in preparing your application then you must seek professional assistance.  Assistance in preparing the Affidavit of Support Form I-864 can be found on: www.travel.state.gov .

To find out just how to file a petition at this Embassy, the U.S. citizen or the spouse who will be applying for the visa should obtain an "Immigrant Visa Packet" from the Consular Section.  The Immigrant Visa Packet may be obtained prior to the wedding.        

If you wish to file a petition with the Embassy, call during our phone hours . The Embassy cannot process these kinds of visas until a petition has been filed with and been approved by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.