US Visa
Visa Type | B-1 | B-2 | B-1/B-2 |
Processing | Min. 3 – 5 Business Weeks |
Visa Fee | USD 185.00 |
Processing Fee | PHP 2,500.00 |
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Step by Step Guide
US Visa Requirements
General Requirements
- Duly accomplished non-immigrant visa electronic application (DS-160) draft form
- Two 2×2 colored picture taken within 6 months (white background)
- Scanned copy of full biodata page of the passport (6 months valid)
- Original personal bank certificate (must include account type, current balance, account opening date, 6 months average daily balance)
Additional Requirements
Employees
- Original employment certificate (must include applicant’s position, date hired, compensation, office address, landline numbers and e-mail address)
- Copy of PRC /IBP ID (if professional)
- Copy of company ID
Businessmen
- Copy of business registration from DTI or SEC
- Copy of business permit or mayor’s permit
- Copy of PSA marriage contract (If travelling with spouse)
Special Notes
- We will provide you the MRV receipt, DS 160 form and appointment confirmation.
- Please bring the all the documents together with your original passport upon interview.
- Documents stated for employees or for businessmen are suggested requirements which may be requested by the embassy during your interview.
- Additional requirements may be required by the embassy without prior notice.
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs
How can I submit my Visa Application Form and Required Documents?
You may head directly to our office and submit your documents.
Is personal appearance required?
It depends on what Visa you are applying for. Some application does not require personal appearance.
Do I need to submit my passport?
Yes, you will need to submit your SIGNED, ORIGINAL, VALID PASSPORT. Please also submit old passport with VALID Visa.
My passport is missing/damaged/full.
Please contact DFA-OCA.
Do I need to submit original documents?
In most cases, you have to submit original documents, unless indicated that only copy is required.
I am lacking a few additional requirements, will you still accept my documents?
In most cases, we do not accept incomplete requirements. However, if you will still insist that we proceed with your application In spite of the high chance that the embassy will reject/deny this application due to improper/lacking documents, then please request to sign for a waiver so we can proceed.
Do you Guarantee Visa Approval?
Approval or Denial of Visa application is upon the discretion of the Embassy and its consuls.
Can I cancel my visa application, how much refund will I receive?
All visa fees and processing fees are final and non-refundable.
Will you return my documents after application?
Aside from your passport, all documents submitted and accepted by the embassy will not be returned.
How will I receive my passport after visa application?
- If the applicant will receive the passport, please bring valid ID.
- If a representative will receive passport, please bring authorization letter with signature, copy of applicant ID, and representative valid ID.
- You may also opt to receive via courier. The courier/delivery fee is charged to the applicant.