New York and its skyline, San Francisco's Golden Gate, the Grand Canyon, Miami's beaches: the United States offers immense diversity. A top destination for tourism, shopping, business and studies.
When to go?
Ideal for New York and the national parks.
Mild autumn, fall colours in New England.
Sunshine in Florida and Southern California.
Must-sees
New York
Manhattan, the Brooklyn Bridge and Central Park.
San Francisco
The Golden Gate and the bay.
The Grand Canyon
One of the most spectacular landscapes in the world.
Miami
Beaches, Art Deco and Latin vibes.
Itinerary idea: 12 days coast to coast
- 1
New York (4 days)
- 2
Flight to the west coast
- 3
San Francisco (3 days)
- 4
Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon (3 days)
- 5
Los Angeles (2 days)
Every trip is tailor-made to your dates, budget and wishes.
Study in the United States
One of the most prestigious university systems, with many scholarships depending on your profile.
The key steps
- Admission and Form I-20 from an approved institution
- Payment of the SEVIS fee
- F-1 student visa with an interview at the embassy
- Proof of funds covering the entire course of study
Requirements change: check them on official websites. Wanderlust supports you from orientation to settling in; admission is decided by the institutions and the visa by the competent authorities.
Formalities from the DRC
Congolese nationals need a visa (B1/B2 visa for business and tourism). The application includes an online form and an interview at the US embassy. Waiting times for appointments can be long.
Entry requirements, fees and processing times change regularly: always check the latest information on official websites. Wanderlust helps you prepare your file; the decision rests solely with the competent authorities.
Read: Visa refusal: the most common reasons and how to avoid them
Our advice
- Distances are huge: combine domestic flights and rental cars.
- Tipping (15 to 20%) is expected in restaurants.
- Travel health insurance is essential.
Ready to discover the United States?
Visa, flights, accommodation, transfers: we organise your trip from start to finish.