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USA Visit Visa (B1/B2) – A to Z Guide for Bangladeshi Applicants

✈ Purpose of the Visa:

B1 Visa: Business meetings, conferences, or events.

B2 Visa: Tourism, visiting family/friends, or medical treatment.

✅ Documents Required:

Valid Passport (Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay)

DS-160 Confirmation Page (Online application form)

Visa Fee Payment Receipt

Appointment Confirmation Letter

Passport-size Photograph (As per US embassy photo specs)

Bank Statement (Last 6 months – proof of sufficient funds)

Employment/Income Documents:

Job letter or business documents

Trade license (for business owners)

Salary slips or income proof

Property/Asset Documents (Land, house, etc., to show ties to BD)

Travel Plan/Itinerary (Optional but helpful)

Invitation Letter (If visiting family/friends in the US)

Tax Return Documents (if available)

💰 Visa Fees:

$185 USD (approx. BDT 20,000–22,000) – non-refundable

Payment via authorized bank or mobile wallet depending on embassy instructions

📅 Processing Time:

Interview Appointment Wait Time: 1 to 3 months (can vary)

Decision Time: Usually within 7–15 working days after interview

Passport Return: If approved, passport with visa is returned within a week

📍 Where to Apply:

US Embassy Dhaka

Address: Madani Avenue, Baridhara, Dhaka

Website: https://bd.usembassy.gov

📝 Steps to Apply:

Fill out DS-160 form online at https://ceac.state.gov

Create a profile on the US Visa Information and Appointment System

Pay the visa fee

Schedule the interview

Attend the interview at the US Embassy with all required documents

Wait for result (approved or refused with reason)

🎯 Important Tips:

Be honest and confident during your visa interview

Strong ties to Bangladesh (job, family, property) increase your approval chances

Having a good travel history can be helpful but is not mandatory

Visa approval is never guaranteed – it's based on the interview and documents