United States of America Visitor Visa (B1/B2)

The B1/B2 visa is a non-immigrant visa for individuals who wish to travel to the United States temporarily for:

• B1 – Business purposes (meetings, conferences, etc.)

• B2 – Tourism, visiting family/friends, or medical treatment

Step-by-Step Process to Apply for a USA Visitor Visa

✅ Step 1: Complete the DS-160 Form

• Fill out the DS-160 visa application form online at:
  https://ceac.state.gov/ceac

• Upload a recent passport-sized photo (as per US visa guidelines)

• Submit the form and print the DS-160 confirmation page with the barcode

✅ Step 2: Pay the Visa Application Fee

• Pay the visa fee of $185 USD online or at a designated bank (as per your country’s US embassy instructions)

• Keep the receipt for appointment scheduling

✅ Step 3: Create a Profile and Book Your Appointment

• Register and create a profile on the US Visa Information and Appointment System for your country

• Schedule two appointments:

  1. VAC (Visa Application Center) – for fingerprints and photo

  2. Consular Interview – at the US Embassy/Consulate

✅ Step 4: Attend the VAC Appointment

• Provide biometric information (fingerprints and photograph)

• Take your passport and DS-160 confirmation to the VAC

✅ Step 5: Attend the Visa Interview

• Appear in person at the US Embassy/Consulate

• Bring all required documents

• Answer questions honestly about your travel purpose, finances, ties to home country, etc.