Important: Applicants are required to submit their biometrics at the Visa Application Center and also to attend a personal interview at the respective Consulate / Embassy for their visa application.
| Documents | Particulars |
| Passports | * Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages. |
| * Original old passport booklets if any | |
| Covering Letter | * A covering letter per individual/family/ company addressed to The Visa Officer, Consulate General of the United States. |
| * The Covering Letter should brief the profile of the applicants and the purpose of travel with travel dates | |
| * Covering Letter can be on a plain paper for individuals and on the company letterhead for officials / sponsored applicants | |
| Bank Statements | * Original 6 months personal and company's bank statements with the seal and signature from the bank |
| * Bank statements should be of relevant and active accounts which shows the proof of funds and income | |
| * Bank statements should be of a closing date closer to the date of visa application (A4 size preferred) | |
| IT Returns | * Latest 3 years Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral) of individuals and the company |
| Itinerary / Air tickets | * Return air tickets with all internal flight/train tickets if any |
| * Day wise itinerary of the tour | |
| Purpose of Travel / Accommodation | * Any proof of your accommodation/ purpose at the destination/ Booking Certificate and payment receipts from the tour operator. |
| * Hotel vouchers | |
| Supporting Credentials | Businessmen: |
| * Proprietorship certificate / Certificate of Registration / Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association / PartnershipDeed / PAN Card | |
| * NOC from other partners or Directors in case of a partnership | |
| Employees: | |
| * Leave sanction letter from the company (from the Government body in case of Government employees / public servants) | |
| * Last 3 months Salary Statements (only for Private firms) | |
| * Company ID card (optional) | |
| * Retirement Certificate or Letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees) | |
| * Pension statements for the last three months; | |
| Students: | |
| Leave sanction letter from the educational institution (for travel during working days) | |
| Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution (for travel during vacations) | |
| * School/ College ID card (optional) | |
| Newly Wed / Honeymooners (if the spouse's name is not endorsed in their passports): | |
| * Marriage Certificate (Original) | |
| * Wedding Invitation card / Photographs (in case the marriage certificate is not ready) | |
| Children traveling and unaccompanied by both the parents / either parent | |
| * A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from both / either of the parent respectively if both/either of them unaccompanied | |
| * Passport copies/copy of both / either of the parents | |
| *In case parents don't have passports, birth certificate of the applicant and copies of the ID cards of the parents. | |
| Travelers unaccompanied by spouses/partners | |
| * A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse | |
| * Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse. If not a passport holder, any Govt ID Proof mentioning spouse name can be submitted. | |
| Additional supporting documents if available | |
| * FD Receipts from banks | |
| * Public shares/debentures certificate | |
| * Asset evaluation report from a CA | |
| Disclaimers | * The above list of documents are the standard requirements for the visa application. The Embassy / Consulate/ High Commission/ Application Centres hold the rights to demand further documents for verification. |
| * BPVS offers Visa Facilitation services to our customers against a Service Fee | |
| * BPVS at no stage guarantees the outcome of any visa application. The decisions on the Visa applications would be at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/ Consulate / High Commission |
Important: Applicants are required to submit their biometrics at the Visa Application Center and also to attend a personal interview at the respective Consulate / Embassy for their visa application.
| Documents | Particulars |
| Passports | * Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages. |
| * Original old passport booklets if any | |
| Covering Letter | * A covering letter per individual/family/ company addressed to The Visa Officer, Consulate General of the United States. |
| * The Covering Letter should brief the profile of the applicants and the purpose of travel with travel dates | |
| * Covering Letter can be on a plain paper for individuals and on the company letterhead for officials / sponsored applicants | |
| Bank Statements | * Original 6 months personal and company's bank statements with the seal and signature from the bank |
| * Bank statements should be of relevant and active accounts which shows the proof of funds and income | |
| * Bank statements should be of a closing date closer to the date of visa application (A4 size preferred) | |
| IT Returns | * Latest 3 years Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral) of individuals and the company |
| Itinerary / Air tickets | * Return air tickets with all internal flight/train tickets if any |
| * Day wise itinerary of the tour | |
| Purpose of Travel / Accommodation | * Any proof of your accommodation/ purpose at the destination/ Booking Certificate and payment receipts from the tour operator. |
| * Hotel vouchers | |
| Supporting Credentials | Businessmen: |
| * Proprietorship certificate / Certificate of Registration / Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association / PartnershipDeed / PAN Card | |
| * NOC from other partners or Directors in case of a partnership | |
| Employees: | |
| * Leave sanction letter from the company (from the Government body in case of Government employees / public servants) | |
| * Last 3 months Salary Statements (only for Private firms) | |
| * Company ID card (optional) | |
| * Retirement Certificate or Letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees) | |
| * Pension statements for the last three months; | |
| Students: | |
| Leave sanction letter from the educational institution (for travel during working days) | |
| Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution (for travel during vacations) | |
| * School/ College ID card (optional) | |
| Newly Wed / Honeymooners (if the spouse's name is not endorsed in their passports): | |
| * Marriage Certificate (Original) | |
| * Wedding Invitation card / Photographs (in case the marriage certificate is not ready) | |
| Children traveling and unaccompanied by both the parents / either parent | |
| * A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from both / either of the parent respectively if both/either of them unaccompanied | |
| * Passport copies/copy of both / either of the parents | |
| *In case parents don't have passports, birth certificate of the applicant and copies of the ID cards of the parents. | |
| Travelers unaccompanied by spouses/partners | |
| * A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse | |
| * Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse. If not a passport holder, any Govt ID Proof mentioning spouse name can be submitted. | |
| Additional supporting documents if available | |
| * FD Receipts from banks | |
| * Public shares/debentures certificate | |
| * Asset evaluation report from a CA | |
| Disclaimers | * The above list of documents are the standard requirements for the visa application. The Embassy / Consulate/ High Commission/ Application Centres hold the rights to demand further documents for verification. |
| * BPVS offers Visa Facilitation services to our customers against a Service Fee | |
| * BPVS at no stage guarantees the outcome of any visa application. The decisions on the Visa applications would be at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/ Consulate / High Commission |
Important: Applicants are required to submit their biometrics at the Visa Application Center and also to attend a personal interview at the respective Consulate / Embassy for their visa application.
| Documents | Particulars |
| Passports | * Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages. |
| * Original old passport booklets if any | |
| Covering Letter | * A covering letter per individual/family/ company addressed to The Visa Officer, Consulate General of the United States. |
| * The Covering Letter should brief the profile of the applicants and the purpose of travel with travel dates | |
| * Covering Letter has to be on the company letterhead for officials / sponsored applicants | |
| Letter of Invitation | * For crew: a letter from your company's headquarters and/or your seamen's book |
| *A letter from your employer detailing your position, salary, how long you have been employed, any authorized vacation and the business purpose, if any, of your U.S. trip. | |
| Bank Statements | * Original 6 months personal and company's bank statements with the seal and signature from the bank |
| * Bank statements should be of relevant and active accounts which shows the proof of funds and income | |
| * Bank statements should be of a closing date closer to the date of visa application (A4 size preferred) | |
| IT Returns | * Latest 3 years Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral) of individuals and the company |
| Itinerary / Air tickets | * Return air tickets with all internal flight/train tickets if any |
| Purpose of Travel / Accommodation | * Original Introduction letter from the employer on a business letterhead signed & stamped by HR or directorate mentioning your position, duration of your service, the dates, and purpose of the trip and if your expenses are being covered by the employer/company. |
| Supporting Credentials | Businessmen: |
| * Proprietorship certificate / Certificate of Registration / Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association / Partnership Deed / PAN Card | |
| * NOC from other partners or Directors in case of the partnership | |
| Employees: | |
| * Leave sanction letter from the company (from the Government body in case of Government employees / public servants) | |
| * Last 3 months Salary Statements (only for Private firms) | |
| * Company ID card (optional) | |
| * Retirement Certificate or Letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees) | |
| * Pension statements for the last three months; | |
| Students: | |
| Leave sanction letter from the educational institution (for travel during working days) | |
| Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution (for travel during vacations) | |
| * School/ College ID card (optional) | |
| Newly Wed / Honeymooners (if the spouse's name is not endorsed in their passports): | |
| * Marriage Certificate (Original) | |
| * Wedding Invitation card / Photographs (in case the marriage certificate is not ready) | |
| Children traveling and unaccompanied by both the parents / either parent | |
| * A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from both / either of the parent respectively if both/either of them unaccompanied | |
| * Passport copies/copy of both / either of the parents | |
| *In case parents don't have passports, birth certificate of the applicant and copies of the ID cards of the parents. | |
| Travelers unaccompanied by spouses/partners | |
| * A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse | |
| * Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse. If not a passport holder, any Govt ID Proof mentioning spouse name can be submitted. | |
| Additional supporting documents if available | |
| * FD Receipts from banks | |
| * Public shares/debentures certificate | |
| * Asset evaluation report from a CA | |
| Disclaimers | * The above list of documents are the standard requirements for the visa application. The Embassy / Consulate/ High Commission/ Application Centres hold the rights to demand further documents for verification. |
| * BPVS offers Visa Facilitation services to our customers against a Service Fee | |
| * BPVS at no stage guarantees the outcome of any visa application. The decisions on the Visa applications would be at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/ Consulate / High Commission | |
The R visa type is for individuals seeking to enter the United States to work in a religious capacity on a temporary basis
Important: Applicants are required to submit their biometrics at the Visa Application Center and also to attend a personal interview at the respective Consulate / Embassy for their visa application.
| Documents | Particulars |
| Passports | * Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages. |
| * Original old passport booklets if any | |
| Covering Letter | * A covering letter per individual / family/ company addressed to The Visa Officer, Consulate General of the United States. |
| * The Covering Letter should brief the profile of the applicants and the purpose of travel with travel dates | |
| * Covering Letter can be on a plain paper for individuals and on the company letterhead for officials / sponsored applicants | |
| Bank Statements | * Original 6 months personal and company's bank statements with the seal and signature from the bank |
| * Bank statements should be of relevant and active accounts which shows the proof of funds and income | |
| * Bank statements should be of a closing date closer to the date of visa application (A4 size preferred) | |
| IT Returns | * Latest 3 years Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral) of individuals and the company |
| Itinerary / Air tickets | * Return air tickets with all internal flight/train tickets if any |
| Purpose of Travel / Accommodation | * A letter from an authorized official of the specific unit of your employing organization certifying that if your religious membership was maintained outside the United States, in whole or in part, that the foreign and United States religious organizations belong to the same religious denomination and that, immediately prior to your application for an R visa, you have been a member of the religious denomination for the required two-year period OR |
| * If you are a minister, that you are authorized to conduct religious worship for that denomination. The duties should be described in detail OR | |
| * If you are a religious professional, that you have at least a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent, and that such a degree is required for entry into the religious profession OR | |
| * You are to work in a nonprofessional vocation or occupation, that you are qualified if the type of work to be done relates to a traditional religious function | |
| * The arrangements for remuneration, including the amount and source of salary, other types of compensation such as food and housing, and any other benefits to which a monetary value may be affixed, and a statement whether such remuneration shall be in exchange for services rendered | |
| * The name and location of the specific organizational unit of the religious denomination or affiliate for which you will provide services | |
| * If you will work for an organization that is affiliated with a religious denomination, a description of the nature of the relationship between the two organizations | |
| * Evidence of your religious organization's assets and methods of operation | |
| * Your organization's papers of incorporation under applicable state law | |
| Supporting Credentials | Businessmen: |
| * Proprietorship certificate / Certificate of Registration / Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association / Partnership Deed / PAN Card | |
| * NOC from other partners or Directors in case of the partnership | |
| Employees: | |
| * Leave sanction letter from the company (from the Government body in case of Government employees / public servants) | |
| * Last 3 months Salary Statements (only for Private firms) | |
| * Company ID card (optional) | |
| * Retirement Certificate or Letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees) | |
| * Pension statements for the last three months; | |
| Students: | |
| Leave sanction letter from the educational institution (for travel during working days) | |
| Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution (for travel during vacations) | |
| * School/ College ID card (optional) | |
| Newly Wed / Honeymooners (if the spouse's name is not endorsed in their passports): | |
| * Marriage Certificate (Original) | |
| * Wedding Invitation card / Photographs (in case the marriage certificate is not ready) | |
| Children travelling and unaccompanied by both the parents / either parent | |
| * A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from both / either of the parent respectively if both/either of them unaccompanied | |
| * Passport copies / copy of both / either of the parents | |
| *In case parents don't have passports , birth certificate of the applicant and copies of the ID cards of the parents. | |
| Travelers unaccompanied by spouses/partners | |
| * A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse | |
| * Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse. If not a passport holder, any Govt ID Proof mentioning spouse name can be submitted. | |
| Additional supporting documents if available | |
| * FD Receipts from banks | |
| * Public shares/debentures certificate | |
| * Asset evaluation report from a CA | |
| Disclaimers | * The above list of documents are the standard requirements for the visa application. The Embassy / Consulate/ High Commission/ Application Centres hold the rights to demand further documents for verification. |
| * BPVS offers Visa Facilitation services to our customers against a Service Fee | |
| * BPVS at no stage guarantees the outcome of any visa application. The decisions on the Visa applications would be at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/ Consulate / High Commission |
Important: Applicants are required to submit their biometrics at the Visa Application Center and also to attend a personal interview at the respective Consulate / Embassy for their visa application.
| Documents | Particulars |
| Passports | * Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages. |
| * Original old passport booklets if any | |
| Covering Letter | * A covering letter per individual/family/ company addressed to The Visa Officer, Consulate General of the United States. |
| * The Covering Letter should brief the profile of the applicants and the purpose of travel with travel dates | |
| * Covering Letter can be on a plain paper for individuals and on the company letterhead for officials / sponsored applicants | |
| Bank Statements | * Original 3 months personal and company's bank statements with the seal and signature from the bank |
| * Bank statements should be of relevant and active accounts which shows the proof of funds and income | |
| * Bank statements should be of a closing date closer to the date of visa application (A4 size preferred) | |
| IT Returns | * Latest 3 years Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral) of individuals and the company |
| Itinerary / Air tickets | * Return air tickets from the UK either within 24 hrs of arrival in the UK of Direct Airside Transit or 48 hours of arrival in the UK for Visitor in Transit. |
| Purpose of Travel / Accommodation | * Staff Journalist: A letter from your employer that gives your name, your position held within the company, and the purpose and length of your stay in the United States. |
| *Freelance Journalist under contract to a media organization: A copy of the contract with the media organization showing your name, your position held within the company, the duration of the contract, and the purpose and length of your stay in the United States. | |
| *Media Film Crew: A letter from your employer showing your name, your position held within the company, the title and a brief description of the program being filmed, and the purpose and length of your stay in the United States. | |
| *Independent Production Company under contract to media organization: A letter from the organization commissioning the work showing your name, the title and a brief description of the program being filmed, the duration of the contract, and the period of time required for filming in the United States. | |
| * Members of the media engaged in the production or distribution of film will only qualify for a media visa if the material being filmed will be used to disseminate information or news. Additionally, the primary source and distribution of funding must be outside the United States | |
| * Journalists working under contract. Persons holding a credential issued by a professional journalistic organization, if working under contract on a product to be used abroad by an information or cultural medium to disseminate information or news not primarily intended for commercial entertainment or advertising. Please note that a valid employment contract is required. | |
| * Employees of independent production companies when those employees hold a credential issued by a professional journalistic association | |
| * Foreign journalists working for an overseas branch office or subsidiary of a U.S. network, newspaper or other media outlet if the journalist is going to the United States to report on U.S. events solely for a foreign audience | |
| * Accredited representatives of tourist bureaus, controlled, operated, or subsidized in whole or in part by a foreign government, who engage primarily in disseminating factual tourist information about that country, and who are not entitled to A-2 visa classification | |
| *Press card/credentials | |
| * Hotel vouchers or Hostel or other lodging proof. | |
| Supporting Credentials | Employees: |
| * Leave sanction letter from the company (from the Government body in case of Government employees / public servants) | |
| * Last 3 months Salary Statements (only for Private firms) | |
| * Company ID card (optional) | |
| * Retirement Certificate or Letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees) | |
| Students: | |
| * Letter from the school detailing the purpose of the trip if on a Student Exchange program | |
| * Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution | |
| * School/ College ID card (optional) | |
| Travelers unaccompanied by spouses/partners | |
| * A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse | |
| * Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse. If not a passport holder, any Govt ID Proof mentioning spouse name can be submitted. | |
| Additional supporting documents if available | |
| * FD Receipts from banks | |
| * Public shares/debentures certificate | |
| * Asset evaluation report from a CA | |
| Disclaimers | * The above list of documents are the standard requirements for the visa application. The Embassy / Consulate/ High Commission/ Application Centres hold the rights to demand further documents for verification. |
| * BPVS offers Visa Facilitation services to our customers against a Service Fee | |
| * BPVS at no stage guarantees the outcome of any visa application. The decisions on the Visa applications would be at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/ Consulate / High Commission |
Important: Applicants are required to submit their biometrics at the Visa Application Center and also to attend a personal interview at the respective Consulate / Embassy for their visa application.
| Documents | Particulars |
| Passports | * Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages. |
| * Original old passport booklets if any | |
| Covering Letter | * A covering letter per individual/family/ company addressed to The Visa Officer, Consulate General of the United States. |
| * The Covering Letter should brief the profile of the applicants and the purpose of travel with travel dates | |
| * Covering Letter can be on a plain paper for individuals and on the company letterhead for officials / sponsored applicants | |
| Bank Statements | * Original 6 months personal and company's bank statements with the seal and signature from the bank |
| * Bank statements should be of relevant and active accounts which shows the proof of funds and income | |
| * Bank statements should be of a closing date closer to the date of visa application (A4 size preferred) | |
| IT Returns | * Latest 3 years Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral) of individuals and the company |
| Itinerary / Air tickets | * Return air tickets with all internal flight/train tickets if any |
| Purpose of Travel / Accommodation | *The Applicant must be able to show full details of the arrangements which have been made for the Treatment. This should include a Medical Report and a reliable estimate of the likely duration and cost of the treatment. |
| *A letter from a physician or medical facility in the United States expressing a willingness to treat this specific ailment and detailing the projected length and cost of treatment (including doctors' fees, hospitalization fees, and all medical-related expenses) | |
| *A statement of financial responsibility from the individuals or organization paying for your transportation, medical and living expenses. The individuals guaranteeing payment of these expenses must provide proof of their ability to do so, often in the form of bank or other statements of income/savings or certified copies of income tax returns | |
| * Evidence of ability to pay for the treatment in full. Evidence of sufficient funds for the maintenance and accommodation of self and any accompanying dependants. | |
| Supporting Credentials | Businessmen: |
| * Proprietorship certificate / Certificate of Registration / Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association / Partnership Deed | |
| * NOC from other partners or Directors in case of the partnership | |
| Employees: | |
| * Leave sanction letter from the company (from the Government body in case of Government employees / public servants) | |
| * Last 3 months Salary Statements (only for Private firms) | |
| * Company ID card (optional) | |
| * Retirement Certificate or Letter / Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees) | |
| * Pension statements for the last three months; | |
| Students: | |
| Leave sanction letter from the educational institution (for travel during working days) | |
| Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution (for travel during vacations) | |
| * School/ College ID card (optional) | |
| Newly Wed / Honeymooners (if the spouse's name is not endorsed in their passports): | |
| * Marriage Certificate (Original) | |
| * Wedding Invitation card / Photographs (in case the marriage certificate is not ready) | |
| Children traveling and unaccompanied by both the parents / either parent | |
| * A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from both / either of the parent respectively if both/either of them unaccompanied | |
| * Passport copies/copy of both / either of the parents | |
| *In case parents don't have passports, birth certificate of the applicant and copies of the ID cards of the parents. | |
| Travelers unaccompanied by spouses/partners | |
| * A notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse | |
| * Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse. If not a passport holder, any Govt ID Proof mentioning spouse name can be submitted. | |
| Additional supporting documents if available | |
| * FD Receipts from banks | |
| * Public shares/debentures certificate | |
| * Asset evaluation report from a CA | |
| Disclaimers | * The above list of documents are the standard requirements for the visa application. The Embassy / Consulate/ High Commission/ Application Centres hold the rights to demand further documents for verification. |
| * BPVS offers Visa Facilitation services to our customers against a Service Fee | |
| * BPVS at no stage guarantees the outcome of any visa application. The decisions on the Visa applications would be at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/ Consulate / High Commission |
Visa Application Centres: Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkatta, New Delhi
U. S. Embassy
Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi - 110021
Tel : 011-91-11-2419-8000
Email: support-india@ustraveldocs.com, ndwebmail@state.gov
U.S. Consulate General Mumbai
C-49, G-Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai 400051
Tel : (91-22) 2672-4000
Email : support-india@ustraveldocs.com
U.S. Consulate General Kolkata
5/1 Ho Chi Minh Sarani, Kolkata - 700071
Tel: +91-(0)33-3984-2400
Email : ConsularKolkata@state.gov, support-india@ustraveldocs.com
U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad
Paigah Palace, 1-8-323, Chiran Fort Lane, Begumpet, Secunderabad 500 003
Tel: 040-4625-8222; 0120-484-4644
Email : support-india@ustraveldocs.com
U.S. Consulate General Chennai
Gemini Circle, Chennai 600 006
Tel : 044-2857-4000 | 044-2811-2000
Email : support-india@ustraveldocs.com