Mandatory documents required for US Visitor Visa (Tourist Visa)
- Valid original passport. It is recommended that your passport be valid for at least six months beyond your expected arrival date in USA.
- Carry all your old passports as well
- One photograph as per specification. Both digital and hard copy of the photograph are required.
- DS160 US Visa application confirmation page stamped at the Visa Application Center (VAC).
- Proof of fee payment, which is a valid receipt.
- Printout of US Interview appointment letter.
Supporting documents for US Visitor Visa (Tourist Visa)
- Interview officer will primarily want to check that you are a legitimate applicant who meets all the criteria for US visitor visa including a valid identity, no criminal background, and have a valid reason to request a visitor visa.
- You must show evidence that you have sufficient funds to support your trip to USA.
- You may want to show evidence that you have strong ties back to home country, which will indicate to the officer that you have a reason to come back to your home country after your US trip is completed.
- Any additional documents that can support the above can be useful to carry with you when you go for the visitor visa interview.
- Evidence that shows the purpose of the trip, intent to depart the United States after the trip and arrangements made to cover the costs of the trip may be provided.
Supporting visitor visa documents for tourism, pleasure, and exploring United States
- Your complete travel plan with dates (in other words, your itinerary).
- Proof of funds (bank statement, copy of passbook, any other proof of cash.
- Tax ID, PAN ID, copy of last year's tax documents.
- Business card if you have one.
Supporting documents for visiting children, family, attending family event, etc.
- Letter of invitation from children or relatives who are inviting you.
- Evidence of event, invitation card, or any other evidence.