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New York
Statue of Liberty
France's 1886 gift to the United States, standing on Liberty Island in New York Harbor; ferries also stop at Ellis Island.
Good to know: Ferries leave from Battery Park — book pedestal or crown access in advance.
Visitor Visa — B1/B2
Preparing for Your US Visa Application and Interview.
B1/B2 guidance covering the DS-160, appointment booking, documents and interview preparation.
Official source: U.S. Department of State
Overview
USA Visitor Visa — B1/B2
The B-2 visa is generally used for tourism, visiting family or friends, and medical treatment. A combined B1/B2 visa can cover both permitted business activities and tourism.
Applicants complete the online DS-160 application, pay the applicable fee and book an appointment. Interview requirements can vary depending on current rules and your circumstances.
What the consular officer may want to understand
Purpose of travel · intended duration · your ability to fund the trip · your employment or business situation · your family, social and economic ties · previous travel · your intention to return. Answer truthfully, clearly and consistently — never memorise prepared or invented answers.
Who may need this visa
- Tourists and holiday travellers to the USA
- Parents and relatives visiting family in the USA
- Applicants attending a graduation, wedding or family event
- Permitted short business activities such as meetings and conferences
- Applicants travelling for medical treatment
Places to visit
8 places to see in USA
A few of the best-known sights to help you plan your itinerary — the places you list in your travel plan should match your dates, budget and bookings.
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New York
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New York City
Times Square
Giant lit-up billboards and Broadway theatres in the heart of Midtown Manhattan.
Good to know: Busiest in the evening — keep your belongings close.
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Arizona
Grand Canyon
A vast canyon carved by the Colorado River. The South Rim is open all year and has the best-known viewpoints.
Good to know: Las Vegas and Phoenix are the usual starting points.
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San Francisco, California
Golden Gate Bridge
The orange suspension bridge across the entrance to San Francisco Bay — you can walk or cycle across it.
Good to know: Fog is common, especially on summer mornings.
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Nevada
Las Vegas Strip
Resort hotels, shows and the Bellagio fountains along Las Vegas Boulevard.
Good to know: Summers are very hot; spring and autumn are more comfortable.
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Orlando, Florida
Walt Disney World
A huge theme-park resort, home to Magic Kingdom and Cinderella Castle — a favourite with families.
Good to know: Plan several days; Universal Orlando is close by.
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California
Yosemite National Park
Granite cliffs such as El Capitan and Half Dome, giant sequoias and waterfalls in the Sierra Nevada.
Good to know: Waterfalls are strongest in spring; some roads close in winter.
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District of Columbia
Washington, D.C.
The US capital — the Lincoln Memorial, the Capitol and the Smithsonian museums along the National Mall.
Good to know: Most Smithsonian museums are free to enter.
General travel information — check official sites for opening times and entry rules.
Documents
Typical documents may include…
These are commonly requested or useful supporting documents — not a universal list of official requirements. Additional documents may be requested depending on your circumstances.
Core
- Valid passport
- DS-160 confirmation page
- Visa application fee payment receipt where applicable
- Photograph if required by current instructions
- Appointment confirmation
Supporting evidence
- Employment letter
- Salary slips
- Bank statements
- Income Tax Returns
- Business documents
- Property or assets where relevant
- Family ties
- Travel history
- Proposed itinerary
If visiting family or friends
- Invitation information where applicable
- Relationship evidence
- Host information where relevant
Previous travel
- Previous passports
- Previous US visas
- Entry and exit stamps
Want a personalised document checklist? We build one around your destination, your profile and your travel purpose.
How we help
Your USA application, step by step.
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Assessment
We review your travel purpose, profile and previous travel.
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DS-160 preparation
Assistance with completing the online application accurately and consistently.
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Appointment guidance
Guidance on fee payment and booking the applicable appointments.
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Interview preparation
A truthful, structured practice conversation covering likely topics.
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Decision & next steps
We help you understand the outcome and what may follow.
Avoid these
Common mistakes we see
- DS-160 answers that do not match your documents or your interview answers
- Rehearsed, scripted answers that do not reflect your real situation
- Not being able to explain who is paying for the trip
- Unclear travel dates or purpose of visit
- Carrying a large unsorted pile of documents to the interview
FAQ
USA questions
What is B1/B2?
B-1 covers permitted business visitor activities and B-2 covers tourism, visiting family or friends and medical treatment. They are frequently issued together as a B1/B2 visa.
What is the DS-160?
It is the online non-immigrant visa application form. Its answers form the basis of your application and should be accurate and consistent with your documents.
What happens during the interview?
A consular officer asks about your purpose of travel, your ties at home and how the trip is being funded. It is usually short. Clear, truthful answers matter more than long explanations.
Do I need to show a specific bank balance?
No specific figure is published. What matters is that your finances credibly support the trip you have described.
Can you guarantee a US visa?
No. The decision belongs solely to the consular officer. We help you prepare properly and honestly — nothing more is promised.
Important — please read
Visa requirements, eligibility criteria, fees, processing procedures and supporting-document requirements can change and may vary by applicant. The information on this page is for general informational purposes and should not be treated as legal advice or a guarantee of visa approval. Please verify current requirements with U.S. Department of State before submitting an application.