Overview

Visa Type:

B1/B2 Non-Immigrant Visa

Purpose:

Tourism, visiting family/friends, attending conferences, and short business meetings.

Stay Duration:

Usually up to 3 months (can request longer)

Visa Types

We offer the following visa services: Travel (Tourist) Visa, Business Visa, Family Visit Visa, and Transit Visa. Each visa type is designed to suit specific travel purposes, whether you're exploring a new country, attending meetings or conferences, visiting relatives, or passing through en route to another destination. Our services include guidance on eligibility, document preparation, application submission, and follow-up support to ensure a smooth and timely visa process.

Eligibility Requirements

Pakistani applicants must show:

  • Strong ties to Pakistan (family, job, property, etc.)
  • Ability to financially support your visit.
  • A clear travel purpose (tourism, family visit, business)
  • Intent to return to Pakistan after your visit

Pakistani Applicants

Mandatory Documents

Valid Passport

  • Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.

    • Form DS-160 Confirmation Page

  • Submit this online at: www.ceac.state.gov/CEAC

    • Visa Appointment Confirmation

  • Scheduled via www.ustraveldocs.com/pk

    • Visa Fee Receipt

  • MRV fee: USD 185 (non-refundable)

    • 1 Passport-size Photo

  • As per U.S. photo requirements (2x2 inches, white background)
    • Proof of Financial Means
    • Bank statements (last 6 months)
    • Salary slips (3-6 months)
    • Tax returns (optional but useful)
    • Property or business ownership documents (if applicable)
    • Sponsors financial documents (if someone in the U.S. is funding your trip)
    Travel Purpose / Itinerary
    • Tentative flight and hotel bookings
    • A basic travel plan or itinerary
    • Letter of invitation (if visiting family/friends)
    Employment or Professional Status
    • If employed:
    • Job letter (with role, salary, duration, leave approval)
    • If self-employed:
    • Business registration documents, tax filings
    • If student:
    • School/college letter confirming enrollment and semester break
    • Proof of relationship
    • Host’s immigration documents
    Ties to Pakistan
    • Family documents (spouse, children, etc.)
    • Job continuity letter or employment contract
    • Educational enrollment
    • Property ownership (title deeds, rent agreements)
    For Minors Traveling
    • Birth certificate
    • Notarized consent letter from non-accompanying parent(s)
    • Parents’ passports and visa info (if applicable)
    Optional but Helpful Documents
    • Invitation Letter (if visiting someone in the U.S.)
    • Affidavit of Support (Form I-134) from a U.S. sponsor (optional, for family visits)
    • Travel Insurance (not required, but a plus)
    • Cover Letter (explaining your trip, funding, and ties to Pakistan)
    Visa Fee & Payment
    • MRV Fee: USD 185
    • Paid at designated UBL branches or online via the CGI portal
    Interview Wait Time
    • Varies by location — typically 4–12 weeks
    • Current wait times can be checked on the US Department of State website https://www.state.gov/
    General Interview Tips
    • Be honest and clear.
    • Answer in English (unless otherwise instructed).
    • Keep answers brief and to the point.
    • Carry all your original supporting documents, but only show if asked.

    Typically, 15 working days

    Most Common US Visit Visa Interview Questions

    Purpose of Visit
    Q:Why do you want to go to the United States?

    A:"I’m going for tourism to visit popular landmarks like New York, Washington D.C., and Los Angeles" OR "To visit my brother/sister/friend who lives in [City]."

    Duration of Stay
    Q:How long will you stay in the U.S.?

    A:"Two weeks" or "About 10–15 days." (Keep it realistic and consistent with your documents.)

    Where will you stay?
    Q:Where will you be staying in the U.S.?

    A:Mention hotel bookings or hosts address (if staying with family/friends).

    Employment Status
    Q:What do you do for a living?

    A:"I work as a [Job Title] at [Company Name] for the past [X] years."

    Q:How much is your monthly income?

    A:Be honest and match your documents/bank statements.

    Financial Support
    Q:Who is paying for your trip?

    A:"I will bear all my travel expenses" OR "My [brother/sponsor] will support my trip" (make sure you have documents to prove this).

    Family or Friends in the U.S.
    Q:Do you have any relatives or friends in the U.S.?

    A:Say yes or no truthfully. If yes, mention their relationship and visa/immigration status.

    Travel History
    Q:Have you traveled outside Pakistan before?

    A:List countries you have visited (especially if you have been to Schengen, UK, Canada, UAE, etc.)

    Return Assurance
    Q:Why will you return to Pakistan?

    A:Talk about job, family, property, business, education, etc. — anything that ties you back to your home country.

    Family Background
    Q:Are you married? Do you have children?

    A:Be truthful and consistent with your documents.

    Miscellaneous Questions
    Q:Have you been refused a visa before? Q:What is your host’s profession in the U.S.? Q:What places will you visit? Q:Do you plan to work or study in the U.S.?
    Tip: Always answer NO if asked, “Do you plan to work or overstay in the U.S.?”

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