Detail

• B1 Visa – For business purposes, such as:
  
  • Business meetings
  • Conferences and exhibitions
  • Contract negotiations
  • Professional consultations
• B2 Visa – For:
  
  • Tourism and holidays
  • Visiting family and friends
  • Medical treatment
  • Recreational activities

Many applicants receive a combined B1/B2 visa, allowing travel for both business and tourism.

Eligibility

To qualify, you should be able to show that:

• Your visit is temporary.
• You have enough funds to cover your trip.
• You have strong ties to your home country (employment, business, family, or property).
• You intend to return home after your visit.
• You meet all U.S. immigration requirements.

What You Cannot Do

A visitor visa does not allow you to:

• Work in the United States.
• Enroll in a full-time academic program.
• Live permanently in the U.S.
• Receive payment from a U.S. employer.

Application Process

1. Complete the DS-160 online application.
2. Pay the visa application fee.
3. Schedule a biometrics and visa interview appointment.
4. Attend the interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
5. Wait for the visa decision.

Interview

During the interview, the consular officer may ask about:

• Why you are visiting the U.S.
• How long you plan to stay.
• Who will pay for your trip.
• Your employment or business.
• Your family and financial situation.
• Your travel history.

Validity

The visa validity depends on your nationality and the consular officer’s decision. A visa may be valid for multiple years, but the length of stay is determined by the U.S. immigration officer when you enter the United States, and is often up to 5 years multiple entry for a visit.