The U.S. Embassy strongly encourages residents of
The Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands to apply now for any U.S.
visas they may need during the busy summer travel season, particularly
for cruise travel.    According to the U.S. Embassy's Consul, Robin
Haase, there is currently low-to-no wait time for an interview
appointment, leaving potential applicants with plenty of opportunity to
apply now for their U.S. visas.  In addition, there will be fewer
available visa appointments between April 1 and April 15 due a computer
software upgrade, giving travelers more reason to apply early.

"If
you are thinking about taking the family on a cruise or plan on
visiting relatives abroad while the kids are on summer break..."