Media Credentials and Visa Information

The United States has no central office responsible for journalists, no "Ministry of Information." Generally, journalists work without need of official permission. However, each office or event may require individual accreditation. Program officers collect information and provide guidance on the credentialing requirements of each organization or event. However, protocol and security factors prevent Center officials from intervening in the procedures of other organizations. They, not the Foreign Press Center, decide how many credentials to issue and to whom.

United States Visas
State Department Press Office: Information for Journalists
Nonimmigrant visa application form (DS-156)
Revalidation of "I" Journalist Visa
U.S. CBP Modifies Procedures Regarding Entry Requirements of Foreign Journalists
Supplemental Nonimmigrant visa form (DS-157) (Required for all male applicants 16-45 years of age.)

--  Media Credentials in Washington
--  Washington FPC Credential Application Form
--  Media Credentials in New York
--  Media Credentials in Los Angeles