Applying for a U.S. B1/B2 visitor visa? Find guidance on the DS-160 form, interview prep, administrative processing, and share your application timelines here.
Use this category for all discussions related to applying for the U.S. B1 (Business) or B2 (Tourist) visitor visa.
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This category is the main resource for anyone applying for a U.S. visitor visa. The B1/B2 process, especially the mandatory interview, can be daunting. This forum is for sharing experiences, getting community advice on the application, and preparing for the consulate interview.
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This category focuses exclusively on the United States B1/B2 visa. Unlike the Schengen or Australian categories, which are often document-heavy online applications, the U.S. process has unique elements like the detailed DS-160 form and a mandatory in-person interview. This is distinct from our UK, Canada, and Schengen categories.
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What should topics in this category generally contain?
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Help with completing the DS-160 application form.
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Discussions on interview preparation, common interview experiences, and required documents.
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Sharing experiences and timelines related to “Administrative Processing” (221g).
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Tracking and sharing general application timelines (from submission to visa-in-hand).
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Discussions on visa renewals and the interview waiver (dropbox) process.
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