USA Tourist Visa (B1/B2) Application Guide
Planning a holiday, business visit, or family reunion in the United States? Understand the B1/B2 nonimmigrant visa requirements, Form DS-160 application, biometric appointments, document packaging, and consular interview preparation with Global Access Visa Consultancy.
Quick Facts
- Visa Category: B1/B2 Nonimmigrant Visitor
- Application Form: Form DS-160 (Online)
- Application Fee: $185 (MRV non-refundable fee)
- Stages: Biometrics (VAC) + Consular Interview
- Validity: Typically up to 10 years multiple-entry
- Our Assistance: Profile review, DS-160 filing & interview preparation
Permitted Activities
Tourism, vacations, visiting family/friends, medical treatment, and short business meetings.
Form DS-160
Official online application submitted prior to booking embassy appointments.
Strong Home Ties
Proving stable employment, assets, and social roots in India under INA 214(b).
Interview Focused
Consular decision rests largely on clear, concise, and truthful verbal interview answers.
Understanding B1/B2 Eligibility Criteria
Under Section 214(b) of the U.S. Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), every applicant is presumed to have immigrant intent until they successfully establish nonimmigrant intent:
Key B1/B2 Guidelines
- ✓ No Employment: Visitors cannot engage in paid employment while on a B1/B2 visa.
- ✓ Period of Admission: Form I-94 issued at the US port of entry dictates the authorized duration of stay (typically up to 6 months per entry).
- ✓ Interview Waiver: Certain applicants renewing visas within eligibility rules may qualify for interview waiver.
USA Tourist Visa Document Checklist
Organize your documentation folder clearly for presentation upon request.
1. Mandatory Appointment File
- • Current passport valid for 6+ months & old passports
- • DS-160 Online Confirmation Page with clean barcode
- • Appointment Confirmation and fee payment receipt
- • Two recent passport photos (2x2 inches, white background)
2. Employment & Financial Ties
- • Employment verification letter & sanctioned leave approval
- • Last 3 months' salary slips and Form 16 / ITR past 3 years
- • Business registration, GST, and business accounts (for business owners)
- • Personal bank statements for the past 6 months
- • Property documents and liquid investment summaries
3. Travel Itinerary & Invitations
- • Detailed day-wise sightseeing travel itinerary
- • Invitation letter from host in USA (if visiting relatives/friends)
- • Host’s US legal status copy (Green Card, US Passport, or valid visa)
- • Conference or exhibition registration (for B-1 business travel)
Disclaimer: Global Access Visa Consultancy provides consultation, documentation guidance and application-support services. Final visa decisions are made solely by consular officers at the U.S. Department of State. Visa grant cannot be guaranteed.
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