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United States of America Visa Guide
B1/B2 business & tourist, F-1 student, H-1B work, and J-1 exchange visas.
B1/B2 Business/Tourist Visa
Processing Time
15-30 days
Who Can Apply
- Traveling for tourism, visiting family, or short business trips
- Sufficient ties to India and intent to return after the trip
- Financially able to support the trip
Documents Checklist
- DS-160 confirmation page
- Valid passport + old passports (if any)
- MRV fee payment receipt
- Bank statements & ITR for last 2-3 years
- Employment/business proof
- Invitation letter (if visiting family/friends)
Application Steps
- 1Complete the DS-160 online form
- 2Pay the MRV fee and schedule your biometrics + interview
- 3Attend biometrics appointment at VFS/OFC
- 4Attend the visa interview at the US Consulate
- 5Passport dispatched after approval
F-1 Student Visa
Processing Time
30-35 days
Who Can Apply
- Accepted (I-20 issued) by a SEVP-certified US institution
- Sufficient funds or sponsor to cover tuition + living costs
- Genuine intent to study and return after the program
Documents Checklist
- Form I-20 from your university
- SEVIS I-901 fee receipt
- DS-160 confirmation page
- Academic transcripts & test scores (TOEFL/IELTS/GRE/GMAT)
- Financial/sponsor documents covering full program cost
- Loan sanction letter (if applicable)
Application Steps
- 1Receive I-20 and pay the SEVIS fee
- 2Complete DS-160 and pay the MRV fee
- 3Schedule and attend biometrics + visa interview
- 4Prepare for a fully-funded-study interview focus
H-1B Work Visa
Processing Time
30-35 days
Who Can Apply
- Sponsored by a US employer with an approved petition (I-129/I-797)
- Specialty-occupation role matching your qualifications
Documents Checklist
- Approved I-797 petition notice
- DS-160 confirmation page
- Educational & employment credentials
- Company offer letter
- Passport and prior US visa history (if any)
Application Steps
- 1Employer files and receives an approved petition
- 2Complete DS-160 and pay the MRV fee
- 3Schedule biometrics and the visa interview
- 4Attend interview with petition and employment evidence
J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa
Processing Time
30-35 days
Who Can Apply
- Accepted into a State Department-designated Exchange Visitor Program (research scholar, intern, trainee, au pair, etc.)
- Sponsored by a designated J-1 program sponsor
- Sufficient funds or sponsor coverage for the exchange period
Documents Checklist
- Form DS-2019 from your program sponsor
- SEVIS I-901 fee receipt
- DS-160 confirmation page
- Program placement/offer letter
- Financial/sponsor documents covering the exchange period
Application Steps
- 1Get accepted into a J-1 program and receive Form DS-2019
- 2Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee
- 3Complete DS-160 and pay the MRV fee
- 4Schedule and attend the visa interview
United States of America Visa FAQs
Can doorstep assistance help with the US visa interview?
Yes — we review your DS-160 and documents with you in person, run a mock interview, and help you book the earliest available biometric and interview slot.
Visa rules change often. This guide is general information to help you prepare — always confirm current requirements with the official consulate, embassy, or e-Visa portal before applying.