Passport Requirements

• You need a valid passport that is valid until 6 months after departure from the US.
• The passport should have at least two blank pages.
• If you have any old passports, please enclose them with the application.
• Handwritten passports, passports with observations mentioned, and passports valid for more than 10 years are not accepted.

Nonimmigrant Visa Application

• The confirmation page of Form DS-160 needs to be attached.

Photograph

• You need 1 recent, colored photograph (fresh, i.e. NOT used earlier for any visa) with a size of 50mm by 50mm and a white background.

Covering Letter

• You need a covering letter from the applicant on company letterhead stating the applicant's name, designation, purpose, and duration of visit.

Bank Statement

• You need an original bank statement for the last 6 months.

Income Tax Papers

• You need income tax papers for the last 3 years.

Documents Based on Occupation

For Self-Employed/Business Owners

• Company profile: A brief company profile is required.
• Proof of ownership: Proof of ownership (proof of proprietorship, partnership deed, articles of association) is required.
• Company bank statement: Original bank statement of the company for the last 6 months is required.
• Company income tax papers: Income tax papers of the company are required.
• Company balance sheet: The balance sheet of the company is required.

For Salaried Employees

• Appointment letter: A copy of the appointment letter is required.
• Salary certificate: A salary certificate (last 3 months) is required.
• Leave certificate: A leave certificate from the employer is required.

For Students

• Leave sanction: Leave sanction is required.
• ID card copy: An ID card copy is required.
• Proof of investments, if any Documents related to fixed deposits/investments/property papers are required.
• Vehicle registrations: Vehicle registrations are required.

For Retirees

• Retirement proof: Retirement proof is required.
• Pension slip: A pension slip for the last three months is required.