The new Visa Re-issuance Program (VRP) is somewhat similar to the former process of dropboxing to renew the visas.

But it is also different in many ways. Renewing under the VRP The VRP expedites visa renewals for Filipino applicants who have previously been issued multiple entry (B1/B2 tourist) visas to the United States valid for five or 10 years. This is great news for qualified Philippine applicants because these applicants will be given priority appointment dates. An interview with a consular officer will not normally be needed. Applicants will only need to pay the regular visa fee of $140, submit Form DS-160 with their valid passport and two photos, and then schedule a VRP appointment. After the appointment, where their applications will be screened and their fingerprints taken, applicants can expect to receive their passport with a new US visa within one week. The consular officer still reserves the right to interview an applicant. This means that not all those taking advantage of the VRP will be relieved of the regular interview process. If the consular officer decides to interview, the applicant will be contacted two days prior to the appointment date.