Obtaining a B1 visa to do business in the USA
The B1 visa is an American visa for non-immigrants. It applies to foreign nationals wishing to travel to the United States for business purposes. The B1 visa allows foreign nationals to carry out the following activities:
- Investing in the United States
- Negotiating a professional contract
- Meet partner companies in the United States
- Participate in professional events.
For stays of less than 90 days in the United States: B1 visas are not required. Simply obtain an ESTA electronic travel authorization by clicking on the online form.
What are the eligibility criteria for the B1 visa?
The eligibility criteria for applying for a B1 business visa are as follows:
- The purpose of the stay must be to do business in the United States
- Candidates must be able to finance the entire cost of their stay.
- Applicants must also demonstrate that they intend to return to their country of origin at the end of their stay. Under no circumstances can he plan to stay in the USA.
As part of the visa application process, applicants must provide supporting documents to prove that their stay meets the stated criteria.
How do I apply for a B1 visa?
To apply for a B1 visa online, follow the steps below:
- Complete the DS 160 B1 visa application form online
- Pay visa fees online to validate your application
- Schedule a visa interview at the embassy
- Prepare all supporting documents for your visa application
- Attend the visa interview.