United States visitor visas
Last reviewed 5 September 2026
The B-1/B-2 visa covers temporary visits to the United States for business (B-1) or tourism, family visits and medical treatment (B-2). Applicants must qualify at a consular interview by showing the trip is temporary and that they intend to return home.
Primary source: U.S. Department of State
AGS Visa Bridge provides general application support and information for this route. We are not currently confirmed as a regulated immigration adviser for this jurisdiction.
Eligibility (high level)
- A clear, temporary purpose of travel that fits the B-1 or B-2 category
- Sufficient funds to cover the trip
- Strong ties to your home country supporting an intention to return
- No grounds of visa ineligibility under U.S. immigration law
Documents you are likely to need
- Valid passport
- DS-160 confirmation page
- Visa interview appointment confirmation
- Evidence of ties to home country and purpose of travel
Exact requirements vary by individual case. This is a general checklist, not a guarantee of what will be requested.
Costs and processing times
Government fees, funds requirements and processing times change periodically and vary by individual case. Always confirm the current figures at the official source linked below before making decisions or payments.
Rights and restrictions
B-1/B-2 visitor status does not permit employment in the United States. Any work-related activity outside narrowly defined B-1 business visitor rules can put status at risk.
How AGS Visa Bridge can help
- Explaining the DS-160 and interview process in plain language
- Helping you prepare consistent, well-organised supporting evidence
- Signposting official Department of State guidance
AGS Visa Bridge provides application support and information only. Eligibility feedback is preliminary and not a visa decision. Visa decisions are made solely by the relevant government authority, and no outcome, processing time or approval can ever be guaranteed.
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