What activities are covered by the B-1 visa
B-1 is a Temporary Business Visitor Visa which allows visitors to:
- Consult with business associates
- Travel for a scientific, educational, professional or business conference on specific dates
- Settle an estate
- Negotiate a contract
- Participate in short-term training
- Transit through the United States: certain persons may transit the United States with a B 1 visa
What activities are covered by the B-2 visa?
B-2 is a Tourist Visa which allows visitors to engage in the following activities:
- Go on holiday in the U.S.
- Take a tour in the U.S.
- Visit friends or family
- Participate in social events
- Visit the U.S. to obtain medical treatment
- Participate in music or sports events for which the visa holder will not be paid.
- Attend short study courses for which you will not receive credit (e.g. hobby classes).
What are the B-1 visa requirements?
In order to be eligible to obtain a B 1 visa, an applicant must meet the following criteria:
- The purpose of your trip is to enter the United States for business of a legitimate nature
- You plan to remain for a specific limited period of time
- You have the funds to cover the expenses of the trip and your stay in the United States
- You have a residence outside the United States in which you have no intention of abandoning, as well as other binding ties which will ensure your return abroad at the end of the visit
- You are otherwise admissible to the United States
What documents are required to apply for a B-1 visa?
- Nonimmigrant Visa Application (DS-160) Form
- A passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of your intended stay in the United States
- One photo compliant with the U.S. government standards
The list may vary depending on each individual case, you may be requested additional documents other than listed above.
What are the B-2 visa requirements?
In order to be eligible to obtain a B-2 visa an applicant must meet the following criteria:
- The purpose of your visit is one from the B 2 visa allowed purposes of visit list.
- You have enough funds to cover your stay in the U.S.
- You intend to return to your home country as soon as your visa expires and have other binding ties which will ensure your return abroad at the end of the visit
What documents are required to apply for a B-2 tourist visa?
- Nonimmigrant Visa Application (DS-160) Form
- A passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of your intended stay in the United States
- One photo compliant with the U.S. government standards
The list may vary depending on each individual case, you may be requested additional documents other than listed above.
How much does it cost?
U.S. government fees are mandatory and nonrefundable:
- USCIS Visa application (Form DS-160) fee: $160
The total cost can vary depending on each individual case. The figures above do not include attorney fees, professional assistance and translation fees, travel costs, securing needed documents, postage, etc. Government fees may change by the decision of the government.
Application advisory fee charged by Immigrate.tech: $299
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- Submit your valid and up-to-date official documents
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- Answer all of the questions honestly
- Avoid spelling mistakes
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