The U.S. B-1/B-2 business and tourist visa is primarily intended for applicants traveling for short-term business (B-1) or tourism/seeking medical treatment (B-2). Generally, the B-1 visa is issued to applicants traveling to the United States to engage in short-term business activities, attend scientific, educational, professional, or business conventions/conferences, settle estates, or negotiate contracts. B-1 and B-2 visas are often combined and issued as a single visa category: B-1/B-2.
Application Documents
1. Online Nonimmigrant U.S. Visa Application (DS-160)
2. A passport valid for travel to the United States with a validity date at least six months beyond your intended period of stay in the U.S. If more than one person is included in the passport, each visa applicant must submit a separate application.
3. One 2x2 inch (5x5 cm) photograph taken within the last six months.
4. Supporting documents
Supporting documents are only one of many factors a consular officer will consider during your interview. Consular officers look at each application individually and consider professional, social, cultural, and other factors during their adjudication. Consular officers may look at your specific intentions, family situation, and long-range plans and prospects within your country of residence. Each case is examined individually and is accorded every consideration under the law.
