Can My Parents Visit Me in the U.S. with a B-2 Visa? If you…
Can My Parents Visit Me in the U.S. with a B-2 Visa?
If you are working or studying in the United States currently, then you are allowed to invite your parents to visit you through the B-2 Visa. Keep in mind, you are responsible for collecting some documents for your parents.
The overall required documents for this type of Visa are:
passports,
bank verification letter showing that you are capable of financially supporting your parents in the U.S.,
completed DS-160 Form,
invitation letter and employment verification showing you are employed in the U.S.
Which VISA should YOU apply for to Travel to the U.S.?
The type of Visa you need, to be able to travel around the United States is the Tourist Visa (B-2).
Unless your country is in the Visa Waiver Program, you are required to apply for this Visa.
A Tourist Visa includes holidays, medical treatment and visiting friends and family.
3 most popular States for International Tourists!
The 3 most popular states in the United States for International Tourists are:
1. California, because it has vibrant cities such as L.A. and San Francisco, amusement parks and beautiful beaches. This state is also home to Disneyland, Hollywood and the Golden Gate Bridge.
2. Florida, major tourist attraction because of its parks and beaches. Other tourist attractions include Walt Disney World Castillo de San Marcos and the Everglades.
And 3. New York, because of its famous landmarks such as Times Square, the Statue of Liberty, Central Park and the Brooklyn Bridge.
What is the Applying Process for the Tourist Visa?
In order to apply for the Tourist Visa there are a few steps one must follow.
You need to submit the online Form (DS-160),
pay the fees of the Form and Visa,
gather all the required documents,
schedule an interview with the Embassy/Consulate in your country,
prepare for the interview and attend the interview!
Why is the United States a popular tourist destination?
Apart from the diverse culture and beautiful nature it has, the U.S. has over 35,000 museums.
You will find a museum to explore, no matter where you are in the country, from art galleries to war memorials, science centers to historical monuments.
Some exhibit the rich history of the United States, while others concentrate on modern inventions, which is a very important part of tourism because it attracts many foreign visitors!
What Are the Eligibility Criteria for a Tourist Visa?
If you want entry to the U.S. with a B-2 Visa you must:
prove that the purpose of your trip is to travel around the U.S.,
prove that you are a permanent resident in your home country,
prove that you will not leave your home country to be an illegal immigrant in the U.S. meaning you need to show that you have ties to your home country such as family,
property or even a permanent job.
Can I book a Visa Appointment without submitting the DS-160?
You can book an appointment with a U.S. Consulate or Embassy before submitting the DS-160 Form, but without the verification code you will not get your Visa issued when you submit all the required documents in the interview.
Therefore, we suggest you fill the DS-160 Form as soon as possible!
5 of the Best Theme Parks in the U.S. to Visit This Summer!
There are so many jaw dropping thrill rides and dizzying roller coasters in the United States that you can visit in the summer but we narrowed it down to five.
First place we have Universal Studios:
Los Angeles,
California and Orlando,
Florida; Second place,
Walt Disney World Resort: Orlando, Florida; Third place, The Island in Pigeon Forge: Pigeon Forge, Tennessee; Fourth Place, SeaWorld: Orlando, Florida and Fifth place, Busch Gardens: Tampa, Florida and Williamsburg, Virginia.
