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Visa is an important document for those who dream of going to America. The process of getting a US visa can be a little difficult, but it is important to understand it. In this article, we will know how to get a US visa and who has to pay for it.
How many types of visas are there?
There are many types of visas available to go to the US, such as tourist visa (B-2): If you are going to visit or meet family.
Business visa (B-1): For business purposes.
Educational visa (F-1): To study.
Work visa (H-1B): To work in America.
Where to apply?
To apply for a US visa, you first have to go to the US State Department website. There you have to fill the DS-160 form, which has to be filled and submitted online. After this, you have to schedule an interview by visiting the website of the US Embassy or Consulate of your country.
Application process for visa
Fill the form: First of all you have to fill the DS-160 form. This is an online application which is necessary to fill correctly.
Pay visa fee: After filling the form, you have to pay the visa application fee. This fee can vary according to the type of visa. Usually, it ranges from about 160 to 190 dollars.
Prepare documents: Make a list of documents required for visa application. These include passport, photo, travel plan, and financial documents if required.
Take time for interview: After paying the visa fee, you have to schedule a time for an interview at the US embassy or consulate of your country.
What will happen in the interview: During the interview, an officer will ask you questions, such as why you want to go to America, what is your financial situation, and what are your plans to return. It is important that you answer honestly.
Visa decision
After the interview, the officer will either approve or reject your application. If your visa is approved, you will receive your passport from the embassy, which will have a visa stamp.
Whose pocket does the money go into?
Now the question arises that whose pocket does the money taken in the name of visa fees go into. So let us tell you that it goes to the embassy or consulate. This amount is given at the time of application. After this, this fee goes to the US government. This fee is used for visa processing, security checks and other administrative expenses.
On the other hand, if you are taking help from an agency, then you will have to pay a fee for that too. However, this is optional and you have to decide according to your requirement.
