It is estimated that over ten million people apply for a US visit/tourist visa, every year. Several people apply daily for a US visit/tourist visa from Pakistan to explore the attractions of the United States.
The United States of America is a favorite destination for travelers around the world, including Pakistani travelers. More than a million Pakistani ex-pats live and work in the US. If you want to visit your family or friends in US or want to go as a tourist than the information is given here.
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US Visit/Tourist Visa From Pakistan
The B-1/B-2 visitor visa is for people traveling to the United States temporarily for business (B-1) or for pleasure or medical treatment (B-2).
Generally, the B-1 visa is for travelers consulting with business associates, attending scientific, educational, professional or business conventions/conferences, settling an estate or negotiating contracts.
The B-2 visa is for travel that is recreational in nature, including tourism, visits with friends or relatives, medical treatment and activities of a fraternal, social or service nature. Often, the B-1 and B-2 visas are combined and issued as one visa: the B-1/B-2.
How to Apply for US Visit/Tourist Visa From Pakistan?
The application process for a US visit/tourist visa from Pakistan is divided into the following steps.
- You only need to fill one form which is DS-160 that is web-based, you will need to fill the information online.
- After submitting an online application you will get a confirmation which you need to print.
- After that, you will need to visit any branch of United Bank Limited in Pakistan where you need to submit the fee and get the receipt. The Visa fee is $160 which is subject to change in the Dollar rate.
- You need to wait for 24 hours before your payment is reflected in the online appointment booking area. You can book your appointment date and time as per your convenience.
Documents Required – Visit/Tourist Visa
Described below are some of the basic requirements, which an applicant must fulfill before applying for a US visit/tourist visa from Pakistan.
Below are the requirements for United States of America visa from Pakistan:
- 6 months valid Original Passport (Current and all Previous) with Signature page signed.
- US visa application form for Pakistan.
- CNIC Copy
- Online Form
- 4 photographs, 34×45 mm (white Background, without glasses/cap).
- Updated 6 Months Bank Statement duly stamped & signed from the respective bank with Min PKR 1.5 Million Closing Balance.
- Account Maintenance Certificate from the respective Bank.
- 2 Covering Letters
- Polio Certificate
- NTN Certificate Copy
- Tax Returns Copy
- Chamber of Commerce Certificate
- Family Registration Certificate (for Family Traveling)
- Marriage Registration Certificate (for Spouse Traveling)
- 3 Months Salary Slips (For Job Holders)
- Cover Letter from Company (Describing your job, designation, date of Joining and your salary)
- Tax Deduction Certificate (if any Tax is deducting)
- Any other Supporting Documents Which Show your Ties in Pakistan for USA visa
- Approval Is Subject to United States of America Embassy / Consulate.
- United States of America visa Fee Is Non-Refundable in All Cases.
On Interview Day
On the interview day, reach at-least 30 minutes in advance, keep in mind that you will have to take the shuttle so calculate time accordingly.
The interview is mostly straight forward mainly focusing on your reason to visit and to evaluate whether you will come back to Pakistan or not.
**Interview is a critical step and the deciding factor in getting a US visit visa. You need to prepare meticulously to increase your chances of getting a visa.
Benefits of Obtaining a Visit Visa
Being a visitor, you can recourse to the following advantages while living in the US for a particular period.
- Holder of a visit visa is free to travel throughout the US
- Explore popular attractions of United States
- Visit friends or family
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