You may be wondering if you’re coming to the US for a visit on a short-term basis and you’ll require a B-1/B-2 travel visa, what documents do you need to apply? Getting all the paperwork in is part of the visa application process, so be sure to know exactly what you need throughout.
We’ll be laying down in this article, document-wise, everything from online visa application to visa interview, for your B-1/B-2 visa.
Attachments For Your B-1/B-2 Visa Application.
You will need multiple documents in order to show that you are eligible for the B-1/B-2 visa. You need these to fill out your application and go for the visa interview.
1. DS-160: Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application
The DS-160 form is your online visa application and one of the first ones. You don’t have to bring any documents with your DS-160 form, but you will have to collect certain information to complete it. Here’s what you will need:
Current Passport: Passport should be at least six months older than the date you plan to be in the U.S.
Destination: Tell us where and when you are going to be traveling (in the United States).
Proof of Income: You must prove you have enough money to pay for your travel. This might be bank statements, income, or property.
Proving That You Have Good Connections Back Home: To show that you will stay back in your home country after your visit, you might be asked to show proof of employment, school records, or property title.
National ID Number: If you are one, mention your national ID number in your native country.
Recent Digital Photo: Passport-style photo according to U.S. government requirements. Remember to copy and save this picture on the computer or device you’ll be filling out your application.
Apart from these above documents, you will be asked a number of biographical items on the DS-160 form. These are details about your family, your travel, and employment history so be sure to have these prepared in advance of filling out the form.
2. Travel Visa Interview Documents
: After your DS-160 form is filed, you will attend your visa interview in a US Embassy or Consulate. Voici les documents que vous devrez apporter à votre interview visa:
Pre-existing Passport: The passport should be current for the time you’ll be staying in the US.
Old Passports: Carry old passports if they still have travel visas/stamps as they can document your travels.
Visa Interview Confirmation Letter: Once you have scheduled your interview, an appointment confirmation letter will be sent to you. Print this and take it everywhere.
DS-160 Confirmation Page: You completed the DS-160 application on this page. Print one out and bring it with you to the interview.
New Photograph: You’ll have to carry a copy of your passport picture in person. That should be an image from the last six months. Make sure the photo complies with U.S. government-specific sizes, formats, and styles. The US Department of State suggests getting your photo taken by a professional service to ensure that it’s up to all standards. Photo instructions and examples can be accessed as well, at the State Department’s website, for your convenience.
3. Preparing for the Visa Interview
The interview is the final stage of a B-1/B-2 visa, so make sure you are well prepared. The consular officer will ask you questions in the interview process to know your reason for coming and if you intend to return home at the end of your stay.
For the visa interview, some general advice on preparation:
Put Everything In A Box: Put everything that you will need in a box and be able to bring it with you when you go for your interview.
Be Prepared to Answer Questions Truthfully: Be ready to explain why you are traveling, what you will be traveling for, and what your budget is. The consular agent will ask if you have any connections to your country of origin so you can be convinced to come back.
Don’t Wait Too Long: You should arrive early for your interview. For those who arrive late they won’t be allowed to come to their interview and your visa won’t get issued right away.
Dress professionally: There is no official dress code but it is helpful to dress professionally and impress the consular officer.
4. Here Are Some More Resources For Your Visa Application.
Voici quelques autres advices to make your visa application successful:
Check with Additional Information: Each U.S. Embassy or Consulate has slightly different processes. Check their website to make sure you are equipped with all the correct documents and have an idea of what they require.
Do Your Finances: Other than just financial documents in general, you may need to show supporting documents such as tax returns, bank statements, or pay stubs to prove that you can make your living on the road.
Maintain Good Connections with Home Country: Consular officials want to know that you’ll come back home after your vacation. Employment, schooling, and family responsibilities can show this.
Get Started on Your Visa Process with Law and Visas.
You can get a B-1/B-2 visa through Law and Visas from start to finish. From obtaining the required documents to getting ready for your interview, we have the professionals who will help you with all of it. We’ll make sure you’re all set when you submit your U.S. travel visa application.
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