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Passport |
Valid passport (issued within the last 10 years and with at least 6 months validity after the scheduled return; passports with observations regarding the front data page cannot be accepted) with at least two blank pages. Please attach all old passport/s (If available). |
2 |
Visa Form Application
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We shall fill the visa application form (DS 160) online for you on your behalf |
3 |
Photographs |
Two recent (not older than 06 months) square-shaped {minimum dimension 600 pixels x 600 pixels (height x width)} white background photographs. Your head height, measured from the top of your head, including the hair, to the bottom of your chin, must be between 50% and 70% of the photo's total height. Your eye height, measured from the bottom of the photo to the level of your eyes, should be between 55% and 70% - or roughly 2/3 - of the photo's height. |
4 |
Air Tickets |
Confirmed air ticket to the onward desitination. |
5 |
Cover Letter |
Official covering letter on company’s letterhead from the
company (where you are currently employed) addressed to The Visa Officer,U.S. Embassy, New Delhi stating the following:
- Company profile in brief.
- Applicants name, passport details, designation, working since etc.
- Invitee person’s names, company name, address and contact numbers.
- Purpose of visit/meeting in detail.
- Mentioning about the proposed travel dates, accommodation arrangements and who will bear the expenses of the visit
- Letter should be signed by authorized signatory with company seal, mentioning the name and designation of the signing authority.
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Personal Financial Documents |
Personal bank statement of past six (6) months with sufficient funds & income tax return (ITR) papers of last three (3) years. Assets and Investments proof documents such as Property papers, Fixed Deposits, Mutual Funds, National Security Certificates, Public Provident Fund, Shares, etc proving your financial stability. |
7 |
Proof of employment
(if salaried) |
Form no. 16 of the last 3 years, pay slips of last 3 months and Leave letter sanctioned from Employer. |
8 |
Company financial documents
(if self-employed) |
Bank statement of past six (6) months with sufficient funds, income tax return (ITR) papers of last three (3) years , Certificate of Proprietorship/company registration, MOU/ Incorporation certificate or other proof of ownership (proof of land title, proof of income from agriculture (sales form) etc). |
9 |
Proof of Accommodation |
Confirmed hotel reservation from the hotel with exact city name, check-in and check-out dates or copy of itinerary prepared by the tour agency (for those going on tour) for your entire stay.
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10 |
Any Mandatory Vaccinationt |
N/A |
11 |
Overseas medical insurance |
N/A |
12 |
Authorization Letter |
N/A |
13 |
Invitation Letter |
Invitation letter must come from the party in USA with whom you will conduct direct business. This must include the following:
- Name of the applicant
- Passport details (number, date of birth, place of issue, date of issue& expiry)
- Designation of the applicant
- Full name and address of the company in India
- Brief details of the business purpose/meeting
- Number of days you intend to stay overseas
- Arrangements for stay and expenses during your visit
- If you are attending a trade show or other business conference, A letter from the conference organizer confirming your registration.
Letter should be written on company letter head and signed by the higher authorized person should be with company seal, name and designation of the signing authority must be mentioned.
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14 |
Registration with Chamber of Commerce |
Optional |
15 |
ID Card / Bonafide certificate |
N/A |
16 |
Residence Proof (Only if Passport issued from other state than the Jurisdiction) |
Employer’s appointment letter, registered rent agreement, Telephone or Electricity bills, letter from the Resident welfare association of your area and personal bank statements for last six months. |
17 |
Previous Refusal Letter |
If your visa has been refused in the past by any country, written explanation must be enclosed with your visa application request with mentioning about the reason for trip and refusal. |
18 |
Foreign Exchange or Recent Credit Card Statement |
N/A |
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Misc. Information |
- No visa will be issued on additional/separately attached pages of passport.
- Visa fee receipt issued by Axis Bank or Citi Bank is also required at the time of appointment.
- If the person has 10 years multiple entry visa, that does not mean the person can stay in USA for 10 years. Immigration officer at the port of entry determines whether to allow you to enter USA and how long you can stay on a particular visit.
- Please note that the Consulate reserves the right to ask for additional documents. Submission of the above-mentioned documents does not guarantee that a visa is granted. Applicant may be asked for additional documents or called for an interview again if desired by the American Consulate.
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