American tourism problem

United States: tourist and business visas

To obtain a business or tourist visa to the United States, the applicant must prove that the purpose of his short-term entry into the United States alone is only tourism or short-term business activities, that he has a reasonable tourism purpose, and that he has sufficient economic ability to pay for his travel and stay in the United States; Have the right to live abroad that cannot be abandoned; Have inseparable social and economic relations, and must return to China after a short-term suspension. According to paragraph 2 14(b) of the amendment to the immigration and nationality law 1952, if the applicant cannot submit the above materials to the consular officer for elimination,

Because of their immigration tendency, consular officials will not issue visas to them.

In addition, the necessary materials for applying for these two visas are as follows: (1) B- 1 Visa: B- 1 Visa is issued to applicants engaged in short-term business activities. Business activities include signing contracts, attending exhibitions or conferences, or negotiating business with customers. The visa is valid for 3 months 1 time. There is no visa fee for this visa.

Applicants need to produce the following materials: fill in the complete application form DS- 156, fill in the complete free collection schedule of CITIC Bank, and the invitation letter from the American inviter, indicating the purpose of visiting the United States and the time of staying in the United States, and who will provide the expenses.

Documents proving the authenticity of the company in China, such as the company's business license, credit certificate and documents proving its business activities. Documents proving the relationship with the American inviter, such as contracts, letters and bills of lading signed by both parties.

Documents proving the applicant's personal situation, such as marriage certificate, employment certificate, bank deposit certificate, payroll, etc. (2) B-2 visa: B-2 visa is issued to applicants going to the United States, including: 1. Visit relatives and friends; ? 2. Tourism; ? 3. seek medical attention; ? 4. Deal with emergencies? Casualties of relatives, property disputes, etc. ; ? 5. Attend a child's graduation ceremony or wedding; ? 6. Participate in various community activities; ? 7. Participate in various amateur concerts and sports meetings.

Applicants are required to present the following materials: a completed application form DS- 156, an invitation letter from relatives and friends in the United States, or a letter proving that they have participated in a tour group or conference.

Documents proving the financial ability of the applicant or relatives and friends in the United States, such as tax bill or I- 134 economic guarantee.

If the applicant has any previous medical history, the applicant should show his travel or health insurance during his stay in the United States. Two-inch photos, 2-4 other relevant documents, valid passport (valid for more than half a year), and whether you can get a visa depends on the interview of the American consular officer.

The key to success:

You should briefly explain the reason for going to the United States and prove that this plan is only temporary and has no intention of staying in the United States for a long time.

For example: you have a high social status and social work in China; You are engaged in an important job, and this job does not allow you to live abroad for a long time; Your living conditions in China are very high, and your housing, salary and family relationship are very strong, which makes it difficult for you to give up. As long as the consular officer excludes you from immigration, you will be issued a visa.

B-2 visa can stay in the United States for up to 6 months. After the expiration, you can apply to the US Immigration Bureau for an extension, which can be extended for up to 2 times, each time for 6 months. It is worth noting that although the B-2 visa can be changed to a student F- 1 visa, it is very difficult to apply for a work H- 1 or L 1 visa. Visa holders shall not be employed during their stay in the United States. There is no visa fee for this visa.

(3) Opening interview-free service for visa applicants who have been to the United States In order to improve the service, the American Embassy cooperated with CITIC Industrial Bank to open interview-free visa application service, which is suitable for visa applicants who have been to the United States. Travelers who meet the service requirements can submit visa applications at any branch of CITIC Industrial Bank in Beijing, Qingdao, Jinan, Zhengzhou, Shanghai, Nanjing, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Wuhan or Tianjin, and then get visas at the same branch without going to the US Embassy for an interview. Business travelers (B 1), tourists (B2), visiting scholars (j), international students (f) and short-term workers (h) who have visited the United States with personal passports in the past five years are all applicable to this service. Applicants do not have to submit their applications in person. If the above conditions are met, friends, relatives or colleagues can submit the application on their behalf. The documents required to use this service include: valid passport, visa application fee of 405 yuan paid in CITIC Industrial Bank, complete visa application form, certificate of recent visit to the United States, and forms required for visas for students, visiting scholars and staff (I-20, IAP-66 or I-797 respectively). In Beijing and Shanghai, the cost of this service is 200 yuan RMB, which can be paid at CITIC Bank. Once paid, this fee will not be refunded. In Qingdao, Jinan, Zhengzhou, Nanjing, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Wuhan or Tianjin, the delivery fee is about 50 yuan RMB.