How to pass the B-1/B-2 Visa interview? Whether you’re applying for a…
How to pass the B-1/B-2 Visa interview?
Whether you’re applying for a B1 Visa or a B2 Visa, the questions you’ll be asked at the beginning of your interview with the consular officer will be the same. Have all of your documents in hand, neatly organized and in order. Hand over all documents requested by the interviewer, along with any necessary clarifications. Be confident, keep your answer short and sweet and make sure to show your home ties to your country!
Differences between a B-1 and B-2 Visa?
The J1 Visa or the Exchange Visitor Program is a temporary nonimmigrant visa that allows international applicants to participate in work and study based programs to travel and gain experience in the United States.
As for the J2 Visa holder, they go to the US to accompany the J1 Visa holder, meaning you can only get a J2 Visa issued if you are the child or spouse of the J1 Visa applicant.
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 documents are required for a B-1 Visa?
Your B-1 Visa application should have the following documents:
a valid passport,
details of your social media accounts,
The Form DS-160 confirmation page and code,
a photo that complies with the US Visa photo requirements,
ties to your home country such as family,
job contract,
lease,
or property deed,
which prove you will return,
criminal records or letters from authorities stating that you do not have prior convictions,
a letter which describes the purpose of your trip,
financial or bank statements to prove you have the finances to stay in the US.
It is also important to bring if you have visited the US before, the documents relevant to your prior visits.
If you work, bring a letter from your employer and paycheck for the last three months, a letter from the company detailing the purpose of the trip and your job position is also a must.
How to apply for the B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa?
First you will need to complete the Online Non-Immigrant Application (DS-160) and print the confirmation page because you need it for the interview at the embassy/consulate.
You need to upload a digital photo, pay the visa fees and schedule then attend an interview at the closest U.S. Embassy in your home country!
How many B-1/B-2/BCC Visa applications have been accepted?
In recent years, a lot of B-1/B-2 Visa and Border Crossing Cards have been issued!
The number of applicants for these visas was gradually going up until the current situation which made the applications plummet down to half!
Can B-1 Visa holders bring Dependents to USA?
Unfortunately, because the B1 visa is a temporary individual visa, it does not allow for dependent visas.
If you are the only one with a B1 visa, this implies that your spouse, children, or other family members will be unable to join you in the United States. They will need to apply for a B2 visa or a US tourist visa in order to join you.
They will be permitted to stay with you for 6 months on this visa, with the option to extend for up to a year if necessary.
Types of Visitor Visas in the U.S.?
Nonimmigrant visitor visas are for people who desire to visit the United States for a limited time for business (visa category B-1), tourism (visa category B-2), or a mix of both (B-1/B-2).
