How many B-1/B-2 Visa applications have been accepted? In recent years many Temporary Visitor…
How many B-1/B-2 Visa applications have been accepted?
In recent years many Temporary Visitor for Business and Pleasure (B-1/B-2) Visas have been issued! Less and less people were applying for these visas but at the end of it all because of the current situation among us the number of applicants went down a lot.
How to apply for a B-1 Visa?
You must complete the following procedures in order to apply for a Business Visa:
1. Fill out the DS-160 online nonimmigrant visa application;
2. Pay the B-1 visa fees.
3. Make an appointment with the nearest consulate or embassy in your native country for your visa interview;
4. Gather your B-1 Visa documents (don’t forget the DS-160 confirmation) and be on time for your interview!
What documents are required for the B-2 Visa for Students?
Aside from the basic documents that every Visa applicant must submit, such as a :
– Valid passport,
– DS-160 form confirmation page,
– 2×2 inch photo,
– Application fee payment receipt,
– Appointment letter or a copy of it,
– Proof of current income if any,
– Travel itinerary,
– Criminal records in case you have been arrested.
If you are a student, you must also bring your most
– Recent school results,
– Diplomas/degrees, and
– Transcripts,
– Financial proof such as bank statements (monthly),
– FD (fixed deposits) slips, and so on.
Who is eligible for the B-1 Visa?
To be eligible for a B-1 visa, you must show that the purpose of your travel is to enter the United States for legitimate business, that you expect to stay for a certain limited period of time, and that you have adequate funds to cover the costs of your stay in the United States.
You must also have a permanent residence outside of the United States that you do not intend to depart, as well as other ties that will secure your return to your home country at the end of your visit.
How to extend my B-1 Visa?
You must return to your home country after 6 months and not stay in the United States past your visa expiration date. If you need a B-1 visa extension, however, you must work with your employer. With a B-1 visa, you must demonstrate that you have not finished all of your business obligations. You must also obtain letters from your employer or corporation confirming that your presence in the United States is necessary for business. However, because you are not permitted to work for a US corporation and generate an income, you must also demonstrate financial stability and sufficient funds to remain in the United States.
How many countries can I visit with a U.S. Visitor Visa?
With this Visa you can travel many countries around the world. Starting with Europe: Albania, Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and United Kingdom; Asia: Taiwan, Philippines, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia; Central America: Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama; North America: United States and Mexico; Africa: São Tomé and Príncipe; South America: Colombia and Peru; Caribbean: Bahamas, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Sint Maarten, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba and Curaçao.
What type of VISITOR VISAS does the U.S. offer?
The United States offers two types of visitor Visas, B-1 and B-2.
If you want to visit the U.S. for business purposes such as: meet with business associates, attend scientific, educational, professional, or business conventions/conferences, settle an estate, or negotiate contracts then should apply for the B-1 visa.
Whereas, if you want to visit the U.S. for leisure travel, such as tourism, visits friends or relatives, medical treatment, or service activities then you should apply for the B-2 Visitor Visa!
The good news is that there is no charge for submitting Form DS-160.
You will, however, be required to pay the fees associated with the visa for which you are seeking.
The charge for most nonimmigrant visas that do not require a petition, such as tourist, business, or TN visas, is $160.
