United States tourist visa

A US tourist visa, also known as a B-2 visa, is a non-immigrant visa that allows individuals to enter the United States temporarily and is issued for a period of 10 years. It is important to note that a US tourist visa does not guarantee entry into the United States. The final decision on whether to issue a visa will be made by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the point of entry, who have the authority to deny entry to the country.

• Visit family and friends
• Explore the country
• Attend cultural events
• To participate in unpaid activities
• Seek medical treatment
• Enroll in a recreational training course

• Engage in any type of employment or business activity
• Studying as a full-time student in the United States
• Apply for a green card
• Receive any type of salary or compensation while in the United States

Applying for a US tourist visa is done through the online application. You will need to fill out the DS-160 form, collect the documents according to the purpose of your trip, and make an appointment for an interview at the consulate. You must bring all required documentation to the interview, including a valid passport, a recent passport-style photograph and proof of financial means.

The eConsul team can help you step-by-step through the US visa process.

we offer:

✅ A detailed list of documents according to your travel purpose.

📑 Simplified DS-160 application form.

🧐 The information provided will be reviewed by a professional.

📱 Telephone and online support.

🏛️ Preparing for an interview at the consulate.

♻️ All your data will be saved and later you will be able to use this information for future visa procedures.

After submitting your application, you must schedule a visit to the consulate. After the interview at the consulate. which lasts from 30 seconds to 2 minutes, the consular officer makes a decision whether to grant you a visa or not. In certain cases, they may leave your passport and ask you to provide additional information. Therefore, it is important to have all the necessary documents with you at the interview so that this process does not get delayed.

B-2 visa is issued for up to 10 years. In general, the visa allows the holder to stay in the United States for up to 6 months per year. However, the duration of a B-2 visa holder’s authorization to stay in the United States is determined by the time of entry by a US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer. The officer prints on the passport the date by which the holder must leave the US.

B-2 visas are issued at American consulates. Citizens of Georgia can register for an interview both in Georgia and in American consulates of other countries. You have the following steps before the interview:

✅ Determine eligibility: Review the B-2 visa requirements and determine if you are eligible to apply.

📝 Fill out the online nonimmigrant visa application DS-160 and upload your digital photo.

💵 Pay the application fee – $160

🗓️ Schedule an interview: make an appointment for a personal interview at the American consulate of your choice.

📑 Prepare and collect all necessary documents, such as a valid passport, proof of financial support and proof of ties to your home country.

🏛️ Attend a scheduled interview and answer questions about your travel plans, your background, and your home country connections.

🗣️ After the interview, the consular officer will make a decision about your visa application. If approved, your visa will be issued and you can use it to travel to the United States.

Proof of reservation at the consulate

• Document confirming appointment of the interview date at the consulate
• You will receive the document by email at No Reply no-reply@ustraveldocs.com

DS160 supporting document

• Proof of application completion
• You will receive the document by e-mail before the interview date at the consulate. DS160

Proof of payment of the consular visa fee

• A document proving that you have indeed paid the consulate visa fee and have the relevant document.
• If you enter the consulate in Georgia, then the payment receipt issued by the Bank of Georgia. If you enter a country other than Georgia, in the case of electronic payment, you will receive a 12-digit Receipt Number: 123456789012 by e-mail, this number is also indicated on the date sheet. Accordingly, the Appointment Confirmation document is acceptable.

passport

• which should not be more than 10 years old and should have at least another 6 months validity and at least two free pages.

Old passport(s).

• If you have ever held any other passport (if any). Expired and cancelled, expired. You must bring all original passports with you.

Proof of marital status: marriage certificate, divorce certificate, baptismal certificate.

• Your latest status document, which must be translated into English and notarized.
• The document can be picked up at the House of Justice.

Children’s birth certificates

Birth certificates of all children. It is necessary to have the original as well as a copy translated into English and notarized The document can be picked up at the House of Justice.

Statement of real estate in your name: apartment, country house, plot

• If there is real estate in your name. Apartment, country house, house, plot, land.
• The document can be picked up at the House of Justice, from the public registry office.

travel plan

• Write down what you are going to see, in which numbers. Sightseeing, theater, cinema, festival, tours, cruise. Information about your travel plans. If you have a restaurant chosen for dinner. Hotel information, name, address and phone number. Reservations are not necessary, just a plan and an overview of what you are going to do.

Air ticket reservation

• Air ticket reservation where it is indicated which airline you will travel with and in which numbers.

Placement confirmation document

• Hotel reservation or apartment rental agreement, letter from the owner of the apartment about rent or free accommodation, invitation.
• Confirmation of accommodation booking, where numbers and hotel details will be indicated.

Be sure to include all required documentation and information in the application.

Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months from your planned return date.

Be honest and accurate in your application and avoid providing false information.

Apply for a visa several months before your trip, as there are often queues to book an interview at the consulate.

Be prepared to answer additional questions if a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer questions you.

It is important to remember that the B-2 visa is intended for a short-term, temporary stay in the United States. Any violation of visa conditions may result in denial of entry into the United States.