How to apply for a US visa?

The first step to go to the United States is to get a visa. Today I will talk to you about the topic of visas. You can check out the relevant strategies when you go there. In short, I can give you this It's helpful. Let's go and see it together. Visa application process

Step 1: Fill out the online DS-160 non-immigrant visa application form and print out the "Confirmation Page" with a barcode.

DS-160 online filling website:

The application fee for U.S. tourist (visiting relatives) visa (B-1/B-2) is: $160 US dollars, approximately 976 yuan.

Warm reminder: After payment is completed, print the receipt number and keep it properly. Once lost, it cannot be replaced. If the receipt number is not provided, the reservation will not be made. Currently, the U.S. Embassy also accepts a variety of payment methods such as online credit card payment, which greatly reduces the complicated and cumbersome processes that previously required applicants to go to the CITIC Bank counter for payment.

Step 3: Make an appointment online for an interview.

Log in to your profile page using the credentials you used to pay. Login URL:

Warm reminder: The embassy visa office does not allow food and any liquids, including drinks. No electronic devices including mobile phones are allowed, so it is recommended not to bring anything with you except keys, wallets and visa application folders. It is very important to be honest during the interview. Misleading, lying/or presenting relevant false information may result in permanent rejection of the visa.

Step 5: Get your passport and visa.

If the visa is approved, the passport and visa will be sent to the designated location selected during the interview appointment. The average visa processing time is about 1 week, and the entire process generally takes about 3 weeks, including the 3 working days of visa appointment time + interview + visa collection.

Materials required to apply for a U.S. individual tourist visa:

Application materials

1. Non-immigrant visa electronic application form (DS-160). 2. A valid passport for traveling to the United States, which must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended period of stay in the United States. If the passport contains more than one person, each visa applicant will need to submit a separate application. 3. A 2-inch x 2-inch (5 cm x 5 cm) photo taken within the last six months. For instructions on photo format, please see the webpage: _zh/cn-niv-photoinfo.asp4. In addition to the above materials, the interview appointment form should also be presented.

Supporting documents

You can also provide other supporting documents to the visa officer. Supporting documents are one of the factors that the visa officer needs to consider during the interview.

Click the following URL to view details of the required supporting documents: _zh/cn-niv-typeb1b2.asp

Note: Please do not use false materials. Deception or misrepresentation of facts may result in permanent visa denial.

*All the above application materials only require original copies (no copies or translations are required).

*Depending on the circumstances of each applicant, the visa officer may make different choices even if he or she brings the same materials. So please try to provide as complete materials as possible. Location of the U.S. Embassy in China

U.S. Embassy in China (Beijing)

Visa interviews are held at two locations. Please check the appointment letter to determine the location of your interview.

Address of the new museum: No. 55, Anjialou Road, Beijing, Postal Code: 100600. Address of the old museum: No. 2, Xiushui East Street, Jianguomenwai, Beijing, Postal Code: 100600.

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U.S. Consulate General in China (Chengdu)

Address: No. 4, Consulate Road, Chengdu, Sichuan, Postal Code: 610041

Contact number: Tel: (28) 8558-3992, 8558-9642

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U.S. Consulate General in China (Guangzhou)

Address: No. 43, Huajiu Road, Zhujiang New Town West District, Tianhe District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, China

Telephone number: (020)3814-5775

Website: /index.html

U.S. Consulate General in China (Shanghai)

Address: No. 1469 Huaihai Middle Road, Shanghai

Telephone number: (021)64336880

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U.S. Consulate General in China (Shenyang)

Address: No. 52, Shishiwei Road, Heping District, Shenyang, Postal Code: 110003

Telephone: (24)2322-1198

Website: /index.html Others

Individuals traveling to the United States need to apply for a U.S. individual tourist visa, namely a U.S. tourist (visiting relatives) visa (B-1/B-2). U.S. law states that a visa is only a document that allows a foreigner to enter the United States. A visa only allows you to arrive at the U.S. port of entry and requires approval by an immigration officer to enter the country. The validity period of a U.S. visa is determined by the country where the tourist is located (currently, the United States can issue multiple-entry visas to Chinese citizens with a validity period of up to 10 years). The actual period of stay in the United States is determined by the immigration officer. The immigration officer will comprehensively consider your stay in the United States. For U.S. itineraries, a corresponding stay time limit is given, usually ranging from 1 month to 3 months.

Warm reminder: When you obtain a U.S. tourist visa, it is valid for up to 10 years. When you leave China for the United States, if your tourist visa is valid for less than one year, airline staff will If you are refused check-in, the U.S. immigration office will also deny you entry. At the same time, if your passport is valid for less than 6 months, the U.S. Immigration Department will also refuse your entry. Please remember to check the validity period of each document before departure.

If you need to apply for a B-1/B-2 visa, you must prove to the visa officer that you meet the visa application conditions stipulated in the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Act (INA). According to Section 214(b) of the INA Act, all B-1/B-2 visa applicants are deemed to be "intended to immigrate" unless the applicant can prove that they meet the following conditions:

1. The purpose of visiting the United States is a short-term visit, such as participating in business/leisure/medical activities, and the planned stay in the United States is limited and definite;

2. Have sufficient funds to pay for all expenses during the stay in the United States;

3. Have a residence outside the United States and have strong social and economic ties, and be able to ensure that you can return as scheduled after your trip to the United States.