🛂 The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide for International Travelers
Whether you’re visiting the United States for tourism, business, or family, you’ll most likely need a nonimmigrant visitor visa (B1/B2).
This guide explains how to apply for the visa and helps you book your accommodation, flight, and car rental — all in one place.
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✅ Step 1: Complete the DS-160 Application Form
The first step for any U.S. visa applicant is to fill out the DS-160 (Nonimmigrant Visa Application) form.
🔗 Start your DS-160 application here
What you need to do:
• Complete the entire form online in English
• Upload a recent passport-size photo (5x5 cm, white background)
• After submission, print the confirmation page with the barcode — this will be required at your interview
💡 Save your Application ID and security question to retrieve your application later if needed.
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💳 Step 2: Pay the Visa Application Fee
The standard fee for a B1/B2 visa is $185 USD (as of now). Payment instructions vary by country.
Visit the website of the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in your country to learn how to pay.
Use this tool to find your local U.S. Embassy:
Make sure to save the payment receipt, as it may be required when booking your interview.
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📅 Step 3: Schedule Your Visa Interview
After completing your DS-160 and paying the fee, you must schedule a visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in your country.
Instructions for interview scheduling are published on each embassy’s website. Start by checking here:
🔗 Official Visa Information (CEAC Portal)
There, you can:
• Review the interview requirements in your country
• Access forms and guidelines
• Learn about estimated wait times
📌 Tip: In most cases, you must attend your interview in person and bring physical copies of your documents.
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📑 Step 4: Gather Required Documents
Before your interview, prepare the following:
• ✅ Valid passport (valid at least 6 months beyond your intended stay)
• ✅ DS-160 confirmation page (with barcode)
• ✅ Visa fee receipt (if required)
• ✅ One passport-style photo (only if upload failed in DS-160)
• ✅ Interview appointment confirmation
Additional documents may be requested, such as:
• Travel itinerary or invitation
• Proof of employment or business
• Bank statements showing financial ability
• Property ownership or strong ties to your home country
📎 A letter of invitation from someone in the U.S. is not required and does not influence the visa decision.
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🗣️ Step 5: Attend the Visa Interview
At the U.S. Embassy or Consulate, a consular officer will interview you about your travel plans, finances, and ties to your home country.
Key points to remember:
• You cannot work in the U.S. with a B1/B2 visa
• There is no guarantee that a visa will be granted
• You must prove that you plan to return to your country after your visit
If approved, your visa will be stamped in your passport, and you’ll receive it within several days.
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🌎 Book Your Entire U.S. Trip in One Place
Once your visa is approved, you’ll need to organize your travel.
We’ve made it easy — with global tools for hotels, flights, and car rentals from trusted providers.
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Find accommodations in New York, Miami, Los Angeles, or anywhere in the world:
👉 Book your stay here
• Real-time availability
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• Villas, boutique hotels, apartments
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Need a flight to the U.S.? Compare hundreds of airlines and book online:
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• International & domestic routes
• Best available fares
• No hidden fees
• Quick, secure checkout
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🚗 Rent a Car in the U.S. or Anywhere
Want to explore by car? Book your rental easily online:
👉 Get car rental deals here
• Pickup at airport or city center
• Economy, SUV, luxury vehicles
• Flexible terms
• Trusted brands (Avis, Hertz, etc.)
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✨ Final Checklist
• Submit DS-160 form
• Pay the visa fee
• Schedule your interview
• Prepare documents
• Attend your interview
• Book your hotel, flight, and car
• Enjoy your trip to the United States!
🌐 From visa to hotel, flight, and car — everything you need is right here.
