Can I apply for an American visa with a Schengen work visa?

Holders of Schengen work visas can apply for American visas. Schengen visa and American visa are issued by different countries (or regions), and they are not directly related. Holding a visa from one country does not automatically give you the right to enter another country. When applying for an American visa, you need to submit the corresponding materials and information independently of the Schengen visa according to the requirements of the American consulate.

The following are the general steps to apply for a US visa:

1.** Determine the visa type * *: Determine the correct type of American visa you need to apply for, such as travel, business, study or work, according to the purpose of your visit to the United States.

2.** Fill in the online application form * *: You usually need to fill in the DS- 160 non-immigrant visa electronic application form online.

3.** Pay visa fee * *: Pay the corresponding visa application fee according to the visa type.

4.** Appointment for interview * *: In most cases, applicants need to make an appointment at the American consulate or embassy and attend the interview.

5.** Prepare interview materials * *: including valid passport, confirmation page of application form, payment receipt, photos and supporting documents, such as work certificate and financial certificate.

6.** Attend the interview * *: During the interview, the consular officer will evaluate whether your application meets the requirements of the US visa.

Schengen visa holders need to be clear that although the Schengen visa represents your right to enter the Schengen area, the visa requirements of each country are considered independently. In the process of applying for an American visa, you may need to provide additional evidence to prove that you will abide by the terms of the American visa, including your willingness and ability to leave the United States after the visa expires. Each case will be evaluated individually according to its unique situation.

I hope the above content can help you. Please consult a professional lawyer if you have any other questions.

Legal basis: Article 9 of the Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) on Exit and Entry Administration. China citizens shall apply for passports or other travel documents when leaving or entering the country. China citizens who want to go to other countries or regions also need to obtain visas or other entry permits. However, unless the China government has signed visa exemption agreements with other governments or the Ministry of Public Security and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs provide otherwise. China citizens who leave or enter the country as seafarers and work on foreign ships shall apply for a seaman's certificate according to law.