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United States Visitor Visas

Tourism normally requires a B-2 visitor visa or a combined B-1/B-2 visa unless the traveller qualifies for an exemption or the Visa Waiver Program. Travel under the Visa Waiver Program requires ESTA approval.

Overview

The United States Department of State publishes the application steps, required documents, fees and interview information. The appropriate route depends on nationality, passport and travel history; a visa or travel authorisation does not itself guarantee admission.

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