Tourist visa to the United States
U.S. Visa for 10 Years (B1/B2)
- U.S. Tourist Visa B2
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- +160$ – consular fee, payable at the embassy’s exchange rate
- +50$ – additional legal consultation
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plus 50% for urgency – if within two business days
plus 100% for urgency – if within one business day
For individuals wishing to take a tourist trip or visit relatives in the United States, it is necessary to obtain the appropriate visa.
Currently, a B2 tourist visa is issued for temporary legalization in the United States. Obtaining a visa for Ukrainians requires certain documentary evidence that the applicant will leave America upon the expiration of the visa and will not violate the visa regime.
Features and Stages of Obtaining a U.S. Tourist Visa
A U.S. tourist visa from Ukraine is issued for various durations. The maximum validity period is 10 years, although it can also be issued for 3 or 5 years. The specific validity period depends on a range of factors, and the decision is made individually by embassy staff for each applicant. The maximum stay in the U.S. on a tourist visa is 6 months within one year. This means that as long as the entry permit is valid, you can stay in the country for 180 days, either all at once or divided into several visits of a few weeks each. However, it is important to note that the allowed stay period is determined by the Customs and Border Protection officers at each border crossing.
Current Information! Visa Situation in the U.S. in 2021
The process of obtaining a tourist visa is no different from the process for other types of visas. When applying for a U.S. tourist visa, several steps must be completed:
It is impossible to obtain a visa without an interview with a consular officer. The applicant must convince the U.S. consul that they will return from the U.S. after the declared period. At the interview, it is advisable to prepare any direct and indirect documents proving that the purpose of visiting the U.S. is solely for tourism. This can be demonstrated by proving that:
- the applicant has strong family ties (relatives and close ones);
- there are financial guarantees (bank statements showing financial transactions for the last 6 months) or documents from sponsors of the upcoming trip;
- information on ownership of movable and immovable property;
- the applicant will stay in the U.S. for a specific period (an invitation from a private individual for a guest visa);
- the applicant has strong economic ties at home (employment verification, for students – proof of enrollment).
To confirm your visa history to other countries, you can bring old passports with visas to the interview. During the interview, the consul may ask situational questions and has the right to request additional documents.
List of Documents for Submission to the U.S. Embassy
To obtain a tourist visa, it is necessary to gather a package of documents, correctly fill out online forms, and pay the consular fee.
The standard document package includes:
- visa application form DS-160 in electronic format;
- printed confirmation of the interview appointment;
- receipt of consular fee payment;
- valid passport with one or more blank pages. The passport can be either new (biometric) or old style, expiring no later than 6 months after the trip;
- photo meeting specific requirements;
- electronic photo taken on a white or light gray background within the last six months, size 5×5 cm;
- Ukrainian passport;
- tax identification number certificate;
- marriage certificate;
- children’s birth certificates;
- hotel reservation (if available);
- round-trip airline tickets (if available);
- copy of pension certificate (for retirees);
- copy of birth certificate and parental travel consent (for a child).
Common Mistakes When Obtaining a U.S. Tourist Visa
Obtaining a tourist visa is a legal process based on clear selection criteria. First and foremost, these criteria must be known. The slightest inaccuracy during preparation can lead to a visa denial and close your entry to the U.S.
The B2 visa can be denied for many reasons. The main ones include:
- errors in the preparation or translation of required statements, forms, and various certificates, or the absence of any of them;
- unsuccessful personal interview. This mainly concerns doubts by embassy staff about your return to Ukraine;
- non-compliance with the criteria of the applicant’s country wishing to enter the U.S. on a tourist visa.
It is not possible to stay in the U.S. on a tourist visa, but it is quite possible to vacation there. To not deprive yourself of this opportunity, it is better to take the process of obtaining it seriously. In this country, dreams come true, so everyone should visit at least once. Legalization in the U.S. on a tourist visa is just a myth. Staying in America is only possible with a Green Card or long-term entry permits that imply further obtaining of residency or citizenship. These include certain categories of work visas, family reunification visas, fiancé or fiancée visas.
Advantages of Working with Specialists
We have been working in the market for a long time and have learned to solve various problems related to obtaining the desired stamp in the passport. Our main advantages include:
- specialized education and extensive experience in U.S. visa law;
- saving your personal time and effort;
- quality assurance at every stage;
- individual approach to each client;
- affordable prices, catering to consumers of different income levels.
Qualified consultation from our managers will help you understand the essence of the tourist visa process, its timelines, requirements, financial aspects, and you will be able to create a step-by-step plan.
Processing Times and Cost of a U.S. Tourist Visa
A U.S. tourist visa for Ukrainians is issued within 2-3 weeks. Document and application preparation takes an average of 2-7 days, with the remaining time allocated for processing your request at the embassy. The decision is made by embassy staff based on the information in the applications and the documents you provide. Sometimes, it is possible to try to obtain a U.S. tourist visa more urgently, but this requires significant reasons, such as the illness or death of close relatives who are U.S. citizens.
It should be noted that the cost of expedited processing will be twice the usual rate. The cost of an entry permit depends on the complexity of your case and the level of professional support required. To protect yourself from potential expenses and unforeseen problems, we recommend contacting our company several months before the planned departure date. Our assistance will provide you with confidence and prevent possible denial. Trust your dream to professionals!
Questions and Answers about the Tourist Visa
✅ How does a guest visa differ from a tourist visa?
These visas are the same type of visa. The distinction arises because the inviting party may be friends and relatives residing in the U.S.; if there are no relatives or friends, then the visa is considered a tourist visa.
✅ Do all applicants for a B2 tourist visa need to attend an interview at the U.S. embassy or consulate?
Yes. All applicants must attend an interview and answer various questions posed by the embassy or consulate officer. Exceptions include:
- individuals under the age of 14;
- applicants over the age of 80;
- applicants applying for A1, A2 visas (visas for officials traveling to the U.S. on behalf of central government authorities);
- applicants applying for C2, C3 visas (transit visas for officials of central government authorities traveling to the U.S. on behalf of central government authorities);
- applicants applying for G1, G2, G3, G4 visas (visas for officials of central government authorities traveling to the U.S. to participate in international organization activities, as well as visas for international organization employees);
✅ The validity of my B2 tourist visa is about to expire. Do I need to go through the visa application process again to renew it?
Obtaining a tourist visa is considered on a case-by-case basis. The visa consul makes a decision based on the information in the applications and the documents provided by the applicant. This requires the applicant with a valid visa to complete the DS-160 electronic form and pay the consular fee in the usual manner. In some cases, individuals whose visa validity has expired (or is expiring) may be eligible for a tourist visa without an interview.
✅ Can I pay for accommodation and flights in advance, and when should I book and pay for tickets?
Applicants are strongly advised not to incur travel-related expenses (booking/paying for flights, accommodation, and other expenses) until they have received their passport with the new visa. This helps avoid situations where airline tickets are purchased, but the visa is denied.
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