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United States

North America

Currency USD - US Dollar ($)

Region North America

Indian Passport Visa Required

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USA Tourist Visa (B1/B2 Visa) for Indian Passport Holders

Planning a trip to the United States? Indian passport holders are required to apply for a B1/B2 Visitor Visa before travelling. The USA does not offer visa-on-arrival or e-Visa for tourist purposes for Indian citizens. All applications are processed by the U.S. Department of State and completed through an interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulates in India.

Visa Status for Indian Passports: Visa Required

Visa Documents Checklist

Applicants generally require the following documents:

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity recommended)
Completed DS-160 online application form
DS-160 confirmation page with barcode
Appointment confirmation letter (U.S. Embassy interview)
Recent passport-size photograph (as per US visa specifications)
Visa fee payment receipt (MRV fee)
Cover letter explaining purpose of travel
Detailed travel itinerary (optional but recommended)
Proof of financial stability (bank statements, ITR, income proof)
Employment letter / business registration documents
Proof of strong ties to India (job, family, property, etc.)
Previous travel history (if any)
Additional documents may be requested by the consular officer during interview

Processing Time

Interview appointment wait time varies by city: 2–12+ weeks
Visa processing after interview: 3–7 working days (if approved)
Emergency appointments may be available in urgent cases

Visa & Fee

Visa Type: B1/B2 Tourist & Business Visa
MRV Visa Fee: USD 185 (non-refundable)
SEVIS Fee: Not applicable for tourist visa
VFS Fee: Not applicable (appointments managed via US Visa system)

Visa fees are set by the U.S. Department of State and may change without prior notice.

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Important Disclaimer

Acceptance of your form and documents for processing and payment of the processing fee does not guarantee grant of the visa. The granting of the visa is entirely the prerogative and at the discretion of the Embassy. Provided checklist is advisable not official, Embassy may ask for additional documents.