United States Visitor Visa
USA B1/B2 Visitor Visa — DS-160 filing, interview prep & VAC support.
About the United States Visitor Visa
The B1/B2 visa is the United States non-immigrant visitor visa. B1 is for business (meetings, conferences, contract negotiations), B2 is for tourism, family visits and medical treatment, and B1/B2 combines both.
Applications are filed online via the DS-160 form on ceac.state.gov, followed by MRV fee payment, biometrics at the OFC (Offsite Facilitation Centre) and a personal interview at the US Consulate (Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad).
The interview is the make-or-break stage. The Consular Officer must be convinced under Section 214(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act that you have strong non-immigrant intent and will return to India.
Visa Types
B1 — Business Visitor
Short business trips, conferences, training, contract discussions. No employment in the US.
B2 — Tourism / Medical / Family Visit
Leisure travel, visiting relatives, attending events, medical treatment in US hospitals.
B1/B2 — Combined
Most common — issued for 10 years multi-entry, allowing both business and leisure trips.
Eligibility Criteria
Indian citizenship & valid passport (≥ 6 months beyond stay)
Clear non-immigrant intent — strong ties (job, family, property, business) anchoring you to India
Sufficient funds to cover the trip without unauthorised employment
Specific, credible purpose of travel
No history of US visa overstays, denials kept honestly disclosed
Truthful, consistent answers in DS-160 and at the consular interview
Required Documents
- Valid Indian passport (+ all old passports)
- DS-160 confirmation page with barcode
- MRV fee payment receipt (US$185)
- VAC & Consulate interview appointment letters
- 1 photo (51×51 mm white background, US specifications)
- Last 3 years' ITRs + Form 16
- Last 6 months' bank statements (savings + salary)
- Employment letter with leave approval / business proof (GST, MOA, partnership deed)
- Property documents, insurance policies, fixed deposits — to evidence ties
- Invitation letter from US host with their I-797/Green Card/passport copy + bank statements (for family visit)
- Tentative travel itinerary (do NOT pre-book non-refundable flights/hotels before approval)
- Marriage/birth certificates if travelling as a family
Financial Requirements
There is no fixed financial threshold, but plan to demonstrate roughly US$150–250 per day of stay through bank statements, ITRs and asset documents. Funds should look stable — sudden large deposits raise red flags.
Processing, Biometrics & Validity
Wait time depends entirely on Consulate interview slot availability — currently a few weeks to a few months. After a successful interview, the visa is typically printed and couriered within 5–10 working days.
10-finger biometrics are captured at the OFC visit, scheduled before the consular interview. Photograph is captured again at the consulate.
MANDATORY personal interview at the US Embassy/Consulate for ages 14–79. Average 2–4 minutes. Officer assesses ties, purpose and credibility. Dress formally, carry originals, answer briefly and truthfully.
B1/B2 visas for Indians are typically issued for 10 years multi-entry. Each entry allows stay up to 6 months — final duration is decided by the CBP officer at the port of entry on Form I-94. Extensions possible via Form I-539.
Invitation & Insurance Requirements
Invitation Letter Rules
For family/friend visits, the US host (citizen / GC holder / valid visa holder) provides an invitation letter with their full name, status, address, your relationship, purpose & dates, plus a copy of their I-797/I-551/passport and last 3 months' bank statements. Form I-134 (Affidavit of Support) is optional but helpful.
Travel Insurance
Travel medical insurance is NOT mandatory for B1/B2, but strongly recommended given high US healthcare costs. Mandatory for parents visiting on extended stays — recommend ≥ US$50,000 coverage.
Step-by-Step Process
- 1
Profile Evaluation
Free assessment of ties, finances and interview risk profile.
- 2
DS-160 Filing
Accurate, comprehensive DS-160 — every field reviewed by senior consultants.
- 3
MRV Fee & Appointments
Pay US$185 fee, schedule OFC biometrics + consulate interview.
- 4
Biometrics at VAC
Visit Visa Application Centre for fingerprints & photo.
- 5
Mock Interview Prep
1-on-1 mock interview with senior counsellor — common questions, body language, document handling.
- 6
Consular Interview
Attend interview confidently. Visa decision communicated immediately. Approved visa couriered in 5–10 days.
Common Refusal Reasons
Section 214(b) — failure to overcome immigrant-intent presumption (most common)
Weak ties to India — single, unemployed, no property/family anchors
Inconsistent or rehearsed-sounding interview answers
Misrepresentation or undisclosed past US visa refusals (Section 6C1)
Unclear travel purpose or implausible itinerary
Insufficient funds or sudden large deposits without explanation
Section 221(g) — administrative processing / additional documents required
Frequently Asked Questions
Section 214(b) of the INA presumes every B-visa applicant intends to immigrate. You must overcome this with strong evidence of ties to India. It's the most common refusal reason.
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