Can parents of children in the United States apply for tourist visas?

Yes, parents can apply for a US visa.

U.S. visa application process:

1. The visa applicant determines the purpose of visiting the United States and the itinerary plan.

2. Log in to the website of the U.S. Embassy in China and the official website for applying for a U.S. visa to browse relevant visa application information and required materials.

3. Prepare visa application materials.

4. Fill out the visa application form online (such as DS-160 form).

5. Applicants can pay the visa application fee online, at CITIC Bank ATMs or branches, and keep the receipt number properly to make an appointment for an interview.

6. Make an appointment for an interview (qualified applicants can be exempted from the interview).

7. Bring the required documents for visa application and go to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in China for an interview according to the appointment time.

8. Waiting for visa review or supplementary materials.

9. After receiving the visa, you should promptly and carefully check whether all the information on the visa is correct, especially whether the visa type, the start and end time of the validity period, the number of entries, etc. are consistent with what you applied for, and whether the individual on the visa is correct. Information such as whether the name is spelled correctly. If you find any errors, you should contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in China promptly.