How to Check Your U.S., Canadian, and U.K. Visa Status Online

Checking the status of your visa can often be a daunting task, especially when dealing with the U.S., Canadian, and U.K. authorities. However, with the right steps and tools, you can keep track of your application progress with relative ease. This guide will walk you through the process of checking your visa status in each of these three countries.

Checking Your U.S. Visa Status

The process of checking your U.S. visa status online is straightforward. Follow these steps for an efficient status update:

Visit the U.S. Department of State’s Consular Electronic Application Center website. Save this website as a bookmark for future access. Select your Visa Application Type. There are two choices available. Enter your interview location. Ensure this corresponds with where you applied for your visa. Enter your Immigration Visa Case Number or Application ID. This number is provided upon your initial application. Enter a code to verify your human identity. This CAPTCHA code ensures that the site is not being accessed by a bot. If you cannot read the code, click the icon to hear it read aloud. Click on the 'Submit' button to proceed. If you prefer a simpler method, you can call 603-334-0700 and provide your name to get an update on your case.

Checking Your Canadian Visa Status

Checking the status of your Canadian visa is also possible online. Here’s how:

Visit the Citizen and Immigration Canada website in either English or French. If you applied online, sign into your account and click on the appropriate menu option to view your application status. If you applied using a paper application, link your application to an online account to view and track your application status. You can also start receiving email updates about your application’s progress.

Checking Your U.K. Visa Status

For a structured approach to checking your U.K. visa status, consider these options:

Call or email the U.K. Visas and Immigration office using the number provided on their website, dependent on your country of residence. Be prepared to provide your card for card payment if needed. Alternatively, use their online contact form to send an email requesting an update. Visit the Visa Processing Estimated Times website to get an estimated timeline for your visa application. If you applied from outside the U.K., click on the green 'Check visa processing times' button to obtain an estimate. Click on the location where you applied for your U.K. visa. Select the city from the list in alphabetical order. Choose your visa category from the drop-down box provided, such as 'Visitor (Tourism, Business) Visitor, or Student', and click the green 'Submit' button. Based on your application details, you will receive an estimate of how long it will take for your visa to be processed, with examples ranging from two days to over 15 days for various visa categories.

By following these steps, you can stay informed about the status of your U.S., Canadian, and U.K. visa applications. Remember to save important websites as bookmarks and to regularly check for updates on your applications.