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    USA Tourist Visa Requirements for Indians

    The eligibility criteria for the US tourist visa;

    1. Show proof of travel.

    • If it is for tourism purposes, you must show the travel itinerary, tickets, etc.

    • When you visit family or friends, you need to show a letter of invitation

    • For medical purposes, you need to show necessary medical documents

    • For business visit-

    • Show business invitation

    • Proof that you are a foreigner

    • Show the intent to leave the country

    • You must not work, study, or do paid tasks.

    2. Show proof of funds

    3. You have a residence in your home country

    Documents required for the US tourist visa

    The documents needed for the US tourist visa are:

    • Valid passport

    • Old passports (if any)

    • Recent photograph (as per the requirements)

    • Completed and signed DS-160 form

    • Confirmation page of the DS-160 form

    • It must be stamped at the Visa Application Center (VAC)

    • Receipts of the visa fee

    • Proof of funds

    • Proof of character

    • Any other documents showing that you have no criminal record

    • A letter describing the reason for your travel

    • Display of intent to return back

    • Printout of the appointment letter for the visa interview

    How to Apply Tourist Visa for USA from India? 

    You can apply for a tourist visa to the USA by following the steps given below:

    Step 1: Submit a digital photograph

    Step 2: It must be according to the specific requirements mentioned.

    Step 3: Fill out the DS-160 application form

    Step 4: Get the ten-digit barcode

    Step 5: Pay the required application fees

    Step 6: Arrange a visa interview appointment

    Step 7: You need to schedule two appointments:

    • One interview is at the embassy or consulate.

    • The other one is at the Offsite Facilitation Centre (OFC)

    Step 8: You must give your biometrics at the Visa Application Centre (VAC)

    Step 9: Go for the personal visa interview.

    Step 10: You will get a US tourist visa if you meet the required criteria.

    US Tourist Visa Processing Time for Indians 

    The processing time for a US Tourist Visa may vary based on the workload of the immigrant authority and the candidate’s nationality. However, the following table explains the estimated processing time for different USA tourist visas. 

    Visa Type

    Estimated Processing Time

    B-2 Tourist Visa

    2-6 weeks (varies by U.S. Embassy/Consulate)

    B-1/B-2 Combined Visa

    2-6 weeks (varies by U.S. Embassy/Consulate)

    Visa Waiver Program (VWP)

    ESTA approval typically within 72 hours

    Transit Visa (C Visa)

    2-6 weeks (varies by U.S. Embassy/Consulate)

    Border Crossing Card (BCC)

    2-3 weeks post-interview

    USA Tourist Visa Cost for Indians 

    Indians applying for the USA Tourist Visa must pay around $185 for non-immigrant visas, including tourist, business, and other visas. 

    What type of Questions are asked during the USA Visitor Visa interview? 

    When someone applies for a B1/B2 visa, they are typically asked the following questions:

    • Why are you in the United States? 

    • Have you ever been to the United States? 

    • Do you have any family in the US? 

    • Who is going to pay for your visit? 

    • Where in the US will you be living?

    What are the types of USA Tourist Visa? 

    The following are different types of USA Tourist Visa for Indians. 

    1. B-2 Tourist Visa 

    2. B-1/B-2 Combined Visa

    3. Visa Waiver Program (VWP)

    4. Transit Visa (C Visa)

    5. Border Crossing Card (BCC)

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