Supporting documents are only one of many factors a consular officer will consider in your interview. Consular officers look at each application individually and consider professional, social, cultural and other factors during adjudication. Consular officers may look at your specific intentions, family situation, and your long-range plans and prospects within your country of residence. Each case is examined individually and is accorded every consideration under the law.
Caution: Do not present false documents. Fraud or
misrepresentation can result in permanent visa ineligibility. If
confidentiality is of concern, the applicant should bring the
documents to the Embassy or Consulate in a sealed envelope. The
Embassy or Consulate will not make this information available to
anyone and will respect the confidentiality of the information.
You should bring the following documents to your interview. Original
documents are always preferred over photocopies and you must bring
these documents with you to the interview. Do not fax, email or mail
any supporting documents to the Embassy or Consulate.
- Current proof of income, tax payments, property or business
ownership, or assets.
- Your travel itinerary and/or other explanation about your planned
trip.
- A letter from you employer detailing your position, salary, how
long you have been employed, any authorized vacation, and the
business purpose, if any, of your U.S. trip.
- Criminal/court records pertaining to any arrest or conviction
anywhere, even if you completed your sentence or were later
pardoned.
- Additionally, based on your purpose of travel, you should consider
bringing the following:
Student Applicants
Bring your latest school results, transcripts and degrees/diplomas.
Also bring evidence of financial support such as monthly bank
statements, fixed deposit slips, or other evidence.
Working adult Applicants
Bring an employment letter from your employer and pay slips from the
most recent three months.
Business visitors and company directors
Bring evidence of your position in the company and remuneration.
Visiting a relative
Bring photocopies of your relative's proof of status (e.g. Green
Card, naturalization certificate, valid visa, etc).
Previous visitors to the United States
If you were previously in the United States, any documents attesting
to your immigration or visa status.
If you wish to travel to the U.S. for medical treatment, then you
should be prepared to present the following documentation in
addition to the documents listed above and those the consular
officer may require:
A medical diagnosis from a local physician explaining the nature of
your ailment and the reason you require treatment in the United
States.
A letter from a physician or medical facility in the United States
expressing a willingness to treat this specific ailment and
detailing the projected length and cost of treatment (including
doctors' fees, hospitalization fees, and all medical-related
expenses).
A statement of financial responsibility from the individuals or
organization paying for your transportation, medical and living
expenses. The individuals guaranteeing payment of these expenses
must provide proof of their ability to do so, often in the form of
bank or other statements of income/savings or certified copies of
income tax returns.
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