General Information
A US Tourist Visa also known as a B-2 visa is issued to international visitors intending to visit America for business purposes, tourists, or any purposes that are recreational or medical but for a limited period.
As it is widely known, with a B-2 Tourist Visa, you are permitted to be in the US for a maximum of 6 months. The latter’s duration is contingent on the Immigration Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer assessing the duration of stay at the port of entry.
First of all, you have to fill out the DS-160 form online, then, you need to pay the visa application fee, schedule an interview with the US Embassy or Consulate, and pass the interview with the necessary documents.
Eligibility
A valid passport, confirmation page of the DS-160, receipt of the visa fees, two passport-sized photographs, travel itinerary, evidence of ability to provide for oneself financially; and evidence that the applicant has strong ties to their home country.
Processing times can vary, but it usually takes several weeks. It’s advisable to apply well in advance of your planned travel date.
Yes, most applicants will need to attend an in-person interview at the US Embassy or Consulate as part of the application process.
You may apply for an extension of stay by filing Form I-539 with the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), but extensions are not guaranteed.
The B-2 Tourist Visas does not allow any form of employment or full-time study in the US
Refusal and Appeal
You can reapply for the same but before doing that it is wise to understand why you were declined in the first place. You may also request for review or seek advice from an immigration consultancy.
There is no set procedure for visa denials, but you can apply for a new visa and address the issues that led to the previous denial.
Travel and Entry
A US Tourist Visa lets you travel only in the US and cannot be used for entering or traveling to another country. If you wish to travel to other countries you have to abide by the visa policies of those particular countries.
Inform the local authorities and get in touch with your country’s embassy or consulate in the US to report the lost passport and apply for a new one.
Miscellaneous
The B-1 visa is for business visits, while the B-2 visa is for tourism, medical treatment, and family visits. Some people may receive a combined B-1/B-2 visa.
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