Temporary Visitor Visas
What are Temporary Visitor Visas?
Temporary visitor visas are non-immigrant visas for individuals traveling to the US for a short-term purpose. By choosing the right visa type for your needs and managing the application process correctly, you can enter the US and stay legally for the specified period of time. B1 and B2 visas are often issued together by US consulates as a combined B1/B2 visa, providing flexibility for both business and tourism purposes.
Temporary Visitor Visas We Support
B-1 Visa
The B-1 Visa is designed for individuals who wish to travel for business purposes such as business meetings, conferences or commercial activities.
Key Features
- Objective: Used for business trips, meetings, seminars or commercial marketing activities.
- Duration: Valid for 6 months, extendable up to 1 year if necessary.
- Work Authorization: Work in for-profit businesses is not permitted in the US.
- Family Members: Spouse and children under the age of 21 can accompany the US on a B-2 Tourist Visa.
Application Process
- DS-160 Form Completion: The US Department of State’s online visa application form must be filled out completely.
- Pay the Visa Fee: After the form is filled out, the application fee is paid.
- Making an Appointment: Make an appointment for an interview at the US Consulate or Embassy.
- Submission of Documents: Passport, DS-160 confirmation page and documents related to the purpose of the business trip are submitted.
- Interview: Your application is evaluated after an interview at the consulate.
Advantages
- Provides flexible lengths of stay.
- It offers a legal solution for business travel.
- Family members can also accompany you by submitting their own applications.
B-2 Visa
The B-2 Visa is suitable for those traveling for tourist purposes such as vacation, medical treatment, visiting family or friends.
Key Features
- Purpose: Vacation, visiting family or friends, medical treatment and other tourist activities.
- Duration: Usually valid for 6 months and can be extended for another 6 months if necessary.
- Work Authorization: For-profit employment is not permitted in the US.
- Family Members: Spouse and children can also accompany on their own B-2 visas.
Application Process
- Filling out the DS-160 Form: The online form must be filled in carefully.
- Paying the Visa Fee: The application fee is paid.
- Making an Appointment: Make an appointment at the US Consulate or Embassy.
- Submission of Documents: Passport, DS-160 confirmation page and documents supporting the purpose of travel are submitted.
- Interview: The application is evaluated and the result is entered in your passport.
Advantages
- Offers comfortable travel for tourist purposes in the USA.
- Provides a flexible stay of up to 6 months.
- You can travel with family members by ensuring they submit their own applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
The B-1 Visa is intended for business travelers, while the B-2 Visa is designed for those traveling for tourist and personal reasons.
Both visas are usually valid for 6 months, but can be extended if necessary.
Yes, your spouse and children under the age of 21 can travel with you on a B-2 Visa.
No, B-1 and B-2 visas do not allow you to work in the US.
No, entry into the US is subject to the final approval of the border control authority.
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