Yes, a visa is required to travel from Togo to United States.
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Do I need a visa for United States from Togo?
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Togolese travellers need a B1/B2 nonimmigrant visitor visa for the United States, as Togo is not part of the Visa Waiver Program.
Whether you are flying out of Lomé for business (B1) or for tourism and family visits (B2), a US consular visa is required. The process centres on the DS-160 form, payment of the visa fee and an in-person interview. For most applicants there is no online shortcut around that interview.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. As a Togolese national you must obtain a B1 (business) or B2 (tourism, family, medical) visa before departure, because Togo is not on the US Visa Waiver list. The B1/B2 covers temporary stays; the length you are admitted for is set by the officer at the port of entry.
How and where to apply
Applications are handled by the US Embassy in Lomé. You first complete the online DS-160 form, pay the MRV application fee, then schedule a consular interview. Bring your DS-160 confirmation page with barcode and a valid passport.
Documents and fees
Have ready a valid passport, the DS-160 confirmation, a photo meeting US specifications and the MRV payment receipt. Evidence of ties to Togo — employment, property, family — and of sufficient funds strengthens the case. The exact fee changes over time: check it on travel.state.gov, as we deliberately do not quote it here.
Processing time and practical tips
Interview wait times swing widely by season; check the embassy's appointment calendar and apply well ahead. Confirm health requirements, including yellow fever, before you travel. Turn up on time for the interview with a well-organised file.
Common mistakes / good to know
The most frequent misstep is arriving at the interview without proof of strong ties to Togo, which raises doubts about intent to return. Avoid buying non-refundable tickets before the visa is issued. Every detail on the DS-160 must be accurate and match what you say in person.
Official sources
- U.S. Department of State — Travel
- U.S. Embassy in Togo (Lomé)
- DS-160 Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application (CEAC)
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to United States from Togo?▾
Yes, a consular visa is required: applications are made at the embassy or consulate before departure (allowed stay: 6 months).
How long can you stay in United States?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 6 months.
What other visa types exist for United States?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, United States offers among others: Specialty Occupation visa (H-1B), Temporary Agricultural Worker visa (H-2A), Seasonal Non-Agricultural Worker visa (H-2B), Intracompany Transferee visa (L-1), Extraordinary Ability visa (O-1), Vocational Student visa (M-1).
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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