Key Features of the B‑1 Visa

• Purpose: For temporary business-related activities in the United States.
• Duration: Typically granted for up to 6 months, with possible extensions.
• Activities Allowed:
• Attending business meetings or conferences
• Negotiating contracts
• Consulting with business associates
• Participating in short-term training programs
• Attending industry seminars
• Travel Flexibility: Multiple entry visas available, depending on the applicant’s eligibility.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for a B‑1 visa, applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Valid Purpose of Visit — The visit must be for legitimate business activities.
2. Temporary Stay — Proof that the applicant intends to return to their home country after the visit.
3. Sufficient Financial Means — Ability to cover all expenses during the stay.
4. Strong Ties to Home Country — Evidence of employment, property ownership, or family commitments.

Application Process

1. Complete Form DS‑160 — Online nonimmigrant visa application.
2. Pay Visa Fee — As per U.S. embassy/consulate requirements.
3. Schedule Visa Interview — At the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in your country.
4. Attend Interview — Provide required documentation and answer questions about your purpose of visit.
5. Visa Issuance — If approved, the visa is stamped on your passport, allowing travel to the USA.

Documents Required

• Valid passport with at least six months validity
• Completed DS‑160 form confirmation page
• Visa application fee payment receipt
• Passport-size photographs
• Invitation letter from U.S. business associates or organization
• Proof of business activities (conference registration, meeting schedules, etc.)
• Evidence of financial ability to cover travel expenses
• Ties to your home country (employment proof, property documents, family ties)