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New York Visa Guide

Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders

Visa Requirement
Visa Required

Last updated: November 2025

Key Information

Stay Duration
Up to 6 months (determined by CBP officer)
Processing Time
Interview wait time varies (can be weeks to months)
Visa Fee
$185 (~₹15,400) for B1/B2 visa
Popular With
Tourists, business travelers, and visitors

Key Requirements

  • Valid passport for travel to US
  • DS-160 confirmation page
  • Interview appointment confirmation
  • Proof of strong ties to India
  • Financial documents showing ability to fund trip

Step-by-Step Application Process

  1. 1

    Complete DS-160 form online at https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/

  2. 2

    Pay visa application fee (MRV fee)

  3. 3

    Schedule interview appointment at US Embassy/Consulate in India

  4. 4

    Gather all required documents

  5. 5

    Attend visa interview at scheduled time

  6. 6

    Provide biometrics (fingerprints)

  7. 7

    Answer consular officer's questions honestly

  8. 8

    If approved, passport will be returned with visa via courier

Documents Required

  • Valid passport
  • DS-160 confirmation page with barcode
  • Visa fee payment receipt
  • Interview appointment letter
  • Recent photograph (specific US visa photo requirements)
  • Previous passports with visas
  • Bank statements (last 6-12 months)
  • Property documents
  • Employment letter
  • Business documents (if self-employed)
  • Tax returns (Form 16, ITR)
  • Family ties proof (marriage certificate, birth certificates of children)
  • Travel itinerary and purpose of visit documents

Pro Tips

  • Book interview appointment early - wait times can be 2-6 months in peak season
  • Be honest during interview - inconsistencies lead to rejection
  • Carry ALL financial documents even if not asked - shows preparedness
  • Don't volunteer information not asked - answer only what's asked
  • Dress professionally for interview - first impression matters
  • If you have travel history to other countries, mention it
  • US visa is one of the most valuable - opens visa-on-arrival to 30+ countries
  • After getting visa, keep ties to India strong - don't appear as immigration risk

Important Notes

  • • US B1/B2 visa typically valid for 10 years (multiple entries)
  • • Visa doesn't guarantee entry - CBP officer at port of entry makes final decision
  • • Strong ties to India are crucial - employment, family, property
  • • Interview is mandatory for first-time applicants
  • • Visa can be denied - there's no guaranteed approval
  • • If denied, you can reapply but must address reasons for rejection

Official Source

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Best Time to Apply

3-6 months before planned travel due to interview wait times

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Disclaimer: Visa requirements can change. Always verify with official government sources before making travel plans. VisaHacks provides information for reference only.