It’s that time of the year again, and many people from around the world are gearing up for summer vacations. For those interested in traveling to the United States, some of the most frequently asked questions among potential tourists are “What is the process of applying for a tourist visa to the United States? What documents are needed for travel and how does one begin the process of obtaining a tourist visa to the United States?” Whatever your travel plans, if it involves obtaining a tourist visa to the United States, the most important advise is to be, organized, patient and plan ahead of time.
A United States visitor visa referred to as B-2 Tourist Visa is required by any foreign citizen who wants to enter into the United States. Certain international travelers may be eligible to travel to the U.S. without a visa if they meet the requirements for visa-free travel to the United States under the United States Visa Waiver Program. Under the Visa Waiver Program, citizens of certain countries may not require a visitor visa if the trip to the United States is less than 90 days.
A tourist visitor visa is a non-immigrant visa issued to foreign travelers wishing to enter the United States temporarily for pleasure or tourism. Any foreign citizen who has a desire to visit the United States for tourism, visiting children, family, friends, relatives, attending special events, family functions, or ceremonies, may qualify and can apply for visitor visa.
Obtaining a tourist visa to the United States is subject to approval. Each applicant must obtain a valid passport, submit the required application form, pay the application fee and attend a visitor visa interview at the nearest applicable United States consulate in their country. For detailed information regarding travel and tourism in the United States please visit United States Department of State website at the following link:
http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/types/types_1262.html
Article: The Process of Obtaining a B-2 Tourist Visa
Article Source: Law office of Spojmie Nasiri
Author: Spojmie Nasiri
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