In addition to the information provided on the Department of State website, please see the information below. These tips where provided by the United States Consulate in Montreal, Canada. Visa applicants should be aware of the following:

• For individuals on the Visa Waiver Program (VWP): Border posts are aware that people who enter the United States under the VWP may not change their status. If you attempt to change your status through a trip to Canada or Mexico, Visa Officers have been instructed to consider cases based on their individual merits.
  
  
• Although U.S. visas are typcially granted in one to two days, this cannot be guaranteed. Therefore, it is always best to plan on the possibility of at least an overnight stay to a delay of several weeks or even several months. Please note that you will NOT be able to return to the United States until your visa is granted.
  
  
• DO NOT BRING ANY ELECTRONIC DEVICES (cell phones, laptops, etc.) TO YOUR APPOINTMENT. You will not be able to bring these into the consulate.
  

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