How to Check Your US Visa Status in Nepal Full Guide (2025).
Whether you have gone through the process yourself or used NIEC the Best in class consultancy for USA we insist that you track your status which will keep you in the know at every step of your visa process.
This in depth guide takes you through step by step how to check on your US visa application status and your passport status from Nepal also we include useful tips to avoid delays.
Why Track Your US Visa Status?
Once you complete your interview your visa goes through many check points which include security and data validation. As for tracking your visa status it helps you:.
Check if your passport is available for pick up.
Understand if additional documents are needed
Prepare for your travel and university report date.
Reduce waiting stress
Avoid missing embassy notifications
Most at the moment what we see is that great majority of applicants which come to us at NIEC we put forth as the best consultancy in Nepal for USA reports back to us because at NIEC we do the tracking of it all very accurately.
1. Check your U.S. visa status on the CEAC site.
CEAC is the official place to check your US visa application status.
Step-by-step process: Process of:.
Go to Google and search for “CEAC Visa Status Check.
Select “Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV)”.
From the drop down menu select “Kathmandu, Nepal.
Enter in your DS-160 confirmation number (starts with AA).
Fill in the captcha.
Click Submit.
Common CEAC Status Messages Explained
Administratively Under Review your visa is in the process of being reviewed out which is the case for many of the people from Nepal.
Refused (221g) Embassy requests for more documents or further investigation.
Issued out your visa has been approved and is currently being printed.
Application in First step after your interview.
Students that apply through NIEC Nepal, in particular for the USA Study Visa, we help with what these statuses mean.
2. Check Your US Visa Passport Status (Document Delivery).
Once you have been issued your visa your passport will be sent to your chosen pick up location (e.g. Maharajgunj in Kathmandu).
How to check passport status: How do I check on my passport application:.
Visit at the US Travel Docs site which has the passport tracking page (do a Google search).
Enter your passport or DS-160 number.
Check your passport delivery status which includes:.
“Passport still with the US Embassy.”
“Passport has been dispatched.”
“Passport ready for pickup.”
Many of our NIEC students have a seamless experience which includes automatic updates and pick up arrangements.
3. Access your US Travel Documents Account.
During your appointment booking we create a Your US Travel Docs account for you that also shows your present visa and passport status.
Steps to follow: Here are the steps:.
Log into your US Travel Docs account.
Open the “Dashboard.”
Check your past appointments and present status of your passport.
This method we see as very reliable which is also reported by NIEC Nepal which is the go to and best consultancy in Nepal for USA education.
4. Contact the US Embassy in Kathmandu (If Delayed).
If for 60 days your case is in Administrative Processing you may contact the US Embassy.
How to contact: How to reach out:.
Use the online visa application tool at the US Embassy’s website.
Provide your full name, passport number, DS-160 ID, and visa category.
Avoid spam by asking once a month at the most.
Consultancies at NIEC assist students with embassy communication as needed.
Understanding US Visa Status Codes
1. Administrative Review.
This does not mean rejection. What is in process are additional checks.
2. Denied (221g).
Missing files, also some are still in process. Embassy will email out details.
3. Released.
Your visa is approved passport will shortly be ready.
4. No update report.
System outage at present or wrong information in DS-160.
What is the visa processing time in Nepal?
Processing times vary by visa category:.
Visa Type Typical Processing Time
F-1 US Student Visa upon issue of approval.
B1/B2 Visitor Visa 3–10 days
Work Permits (H, L, O) 7 30 days.
Administrative Processing 1–90 days
Students that apply through NIEC in Nepal have access to accurate timeline guidance and.
Tactics for Smooth US Visa Process.
✔ Complete your DS-160 form accurately
Carry all required documentation for the visa interview.
Keep through the entire process.
✔ Respond quickly to embassy instructions
Approach NIEC your go to consultancy in the US for Nepal.
Many issues we see are from incomplete documents and errors in the DS-160 which NIEC’s staff are able to help with.
Why NIEC is the best choice for the USA?
For more than 25 years NIEC has been a trusted name for students that look to the USA for higher education. We are the preeminent consultancy in Nepal for the US which provides services including:.
Professional USA Counseling Sessions
Help in choosing the right university and courses.
I-20 guidance and SEVIS support
DS-160 form filling
Visa interview preparation
Mock interviews with expert trainers
Real-time US visa application status tracking
Pre-departure and travel support
With approval of thousands of USA student visas, at NIEC we are at the front of the industry with our expert support which is also the reason for our high success rate.
Final Thoughts
Tracking of your US visa status from Nepal is simple if you know what to look for. Use the CEAC site, US Travel Docs dashboard, and passport tracking tool for the best info. Also if you are looking for smooth and hassle free processing, expert guidance, and reliable support choose NIEC the Best in Nepal for USA which will take your application forward successfully.
