USA Tourist/Business Visa (B1/B2)
For tourism, visiting, and business trips. DS-160 + embassy interview.
About this visa
B1/B2 is the most common U.S. short‑stay route for tourism and business visits (meetings, conferences, short business activities).
The U.S. process is strongly interview‑focused. In practice, the officer is assessing: (1) whether your purpose is credible and permitted for B status, (2) whether you have realistic funding, and (3) whether you have strong reasons to return to Georgia (employment, family, studies, assets, long‑term plans).
DS‑160 quality matters: your DS‑160 answers (work history, travel history, previous refusals, addresses, dates) must be accurate and consistent. Small inconsistencies can harm credibility more than “lack of papers”.
Important travel reality: a visa sticker is not the same as your allowed stay. Entry and the period of stay are decided by U.S. border officers. Plan a realistic itinerary and avoid “open‑ended” travel plans.
Comparison: compared to UK visitor (more document‑based) or Japan short‑stay, U.S. outcomes often depend on your interview + core facts, so your story must be explainable in 30–60 seconds.
Required Documents
📄Basic Documents
💰Financial Documents
🛡️Civil and Security Documents
📋Other Documents
Application Process
Confirm visa category
Prepare core documents
Complete form
Pay fees
Interview (if required)
Decision and next steps
Important Tips & Advice
Processing Fees
Nonimmigrant visa application processing fee (MRV)
Official Department of State fee for non‑petition nonimmigrant categories (includes B, F, J among others). Fees may change; confirm before paying on travel.state.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the B1/B2 visa fee?
The official nonimmigrant MRV fee for B (visitor) visas is $185 (Department of State).
Is the interview mandatory?
In most cases, yes. Interview requirements depend on category and local rules.
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