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Required Documents
The domestic employee must present these documents during their visa interview:
- Standard U.S. visa application documents – see ‘Required Documents’.
- The employer’s valid visa or employer’s valid U.S. passport – The original or a copy.
- Employment contract – Both parties must sign the typed contract. It must show that the employer will provide wages, working conditions, and benefits in accordance with U.S. and local laws.
- Note: The employee should fully understand and be able to explain the terms of the contract during their visa interview.
How to Apply
Step 1
Complete the Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application (DS-160) form.
Step 2
Pay the visa application fee.
Step 3
Schedule your appointment on this web page. You will need the following information in order to schedule your appointment:
- Your passport number
- The receipt number from your Visa Fee receipt. (Click here if you need help finding this number.)
- The ten (10) digit barcode number from your DS-160 confirmation page
Step 4
Visit the U.S. Embassy on the date and time of your visa interview. You must bring a printed copy of your appointment letter, your DS-160 confirmation page, one photograph taken within the last six months, your current and all old passports, and the original visa fee payment receipt.
Applications without all of these items will not be accepted.
Fees:
Visa Type | Description | Fee Amount (USD) |
B | Business/Tourist | $185 |
Timeline:
A B-1 visa can grant a domestic worker admission into the United States for about 1 year. You can make subsequent extension requests that are typically awarded in 6-month increments. Even with a B-1 visa, domestic workers can only work in the U.S after receiving an EAD (Employment Authorization Document), obtained from the USCIS (the United States Citizenship & Immigration Services).
Whether you are applying for a B-1 visa, an EAD, or a B-1 extension, Attorney Raju Mahajan and Associates can lend a hand. Attorney Raju Mahajan and Associates has a comprehensive understanding of the laws in place. We can help you gain admission into the country, obtain the necessary work permits, and even receive continued work authorization in the United States. The secret to enjoying your plans’ smooth flow is to begin each process a few months ahead of time.
