United States · Visitor Visas

B-1/B-2 visitor visa

The standard multi-purpose visitor visa issued by US Consulates worldwide, allowing travel for both commercial business visits (B-1) and personal tourism/family visits (B-2).

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

International travelers holding non-visa-waiver passports visiting the United States.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Temporary business or pleasure trip
  • Overcoming Section 214(b) presumption of immigrant intent through strong domestic ties
  • Financial self-sufficiency
Process

How the process works

  1. Complete DS-160
  2. Pay application fee
  3. Attend consular interview
  4. Multi-year visa sticker issued in passport
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • DS-160 confirmation, passport, employment proof, financial statements, travel itinerary
Good to know

What to keep in mind

Most visitor visas are granted with 10-year validity, permitting multiple entries of up to 180 days each.

Official source: U.S. Department of State — Visitor Visa. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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