Filed under: North America, Bahamas, United States, Cruises, Travel SecurityProbably one of the most heart-breaking stories we hear is that of travelers who have done their homework, planned their travels well with the exception that they forgot all about a visa that may be required for entry to a country they are visiting. It's easy enough to check at various websites including the U.S. Department of State's site that lists worldwide entry requirements. Still, travelers planning a trip to the United States are getting bad news and don't have a lot of options.
In a text book case of why obtaining a visa before booking travel is important, close-by Bahamian travelers planning to visit the United States for a cruise are having problems.
U.S. Embassy visa officer Kyle Hatcher told the Tribune that while the embassy sympathizes with the cruise ship passengers, it is not a priority at this time.
"I understand what they are going through, but it is the responsibility of the individual to make their appointment well ahead of their trip" said Hatcher.
Last week, the embassy said due to the large number of students attempting to go back to school in the next two months, college students will get first priority when it comes to visas.Continue reading Planning a trip to the United States? Get that visa firstPlanning a trip to the United States? Get that visa first originally appeared on Gadling on Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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