Business/Tourist visa:

The B-1/B-2 visitor visa is for people traveling to the United States temporarily for business (B-1) or for pleasure or medical treatment (B-2). Generally, the B-1 visa is for travelers consulting business associates, attending scientific, educational, professional or business conventions/conferences, settling an estate or negotiating contracts. The B-2 visa is for travel that is recreational in nature, including tourism, visits with friends or relatives, medical treatment and activities of a fraternal, social or service nature. Often, the B-1 and B-2 visas are combined and issued as one visa: the B-1/B-2.

Requirements:​

From Travel Right:

1. Duly accomplished non-immigrant visa electronic application (DS-160)

2. Appointment Confirmations

3. Your travel itinerary and/or other explanation about your planned trip.

From Applicant:

1. Long brown envelope

2. A passport valid for travel to the United States with a validity date at least six months beyond your intended period of stay in the United States

3. One 2x2 colored picture taken within 6 months (white background)

   1. Avoid the following:

      1. smiling

      2. makeup

      3. white shirt

      4. jewelry

4. Scanned copy of full biodata page of the passport (6 months valid)

5. Copy of previous visas and arrival stamps

6. Old US visa (if applicable)

7. Original PSA Birth Certificate

8. Original PSA Marriage Certificate (if applicable)

9. Original bank certificate with receipt and addressed to the embassy and bank statement for the last 6 months transactions

   1. Must be dated 1 month at most before the submission

10. Copy of recent personal income tax return

11. Copy of asset under the applicant's name

12. Copy SSS/GSIS contribution

13. Criminal/court records pertaining to any arrest or conviction anywhere, even if you completed your sentence or were later pardoned (if applicable).

Supplementary Documents:

1. Original employment certificate with leave of absence (must include applicant’s position, date hired, salary, date of return to work)

   1. Must be dated 1 month at most before the submission

2. Pay slips

3. Copy of PRC/IBP ID (if applicable)

4. Copy of company ID

For Business Owner:​

1. Copy of business registration (DTI)

2. Copy of business permit or mayor’s permit

3. Copy of BIR Certificate of Registration

4. Copy of income tax return

5. Copy of financial statements

For Company That Will Shoulder The Trip:​​

1. Guarantee letter from company

2. Original bank certificate and bank statements of the company (latest 6 months)

   1. Must be dated 1 month at most before the submission

3. Copy of business documents and ITR of the company

For Students and Minors:​

1. Copy of Proof of enrollment

2. Copy of school ID

3. Leave of absence from school (if traveling while classes are ongoing)

4. Consent form (signed by both parents, allowing the child to travel if parents are not traveling with the child)

5. DSWD travel permit (for minors not traveling with parents)

For Retiree​

1. Copy of senior citizen card

2. Copy of retirement documents (pension, insurances, source of income)

If you have a sponsor:

1. Notarized affidavit of support

2. Bank certificate

   1. Must be dated 1 month at most before the submission

3. Bank Statement (at least 6 months)

   1. Must be dated 1 month at most before the submission

4. Proof of relationship (e.g., Birth Certificates, Certificate of Employment, Letter of Explanation, Pictures Together)

5. Business / Employment / Retiree documents of sponsor

If you have an inviter

1. Invitation Letter

2. Copy of Government ID of inviter (with signature and address)

3. Copy of Proof of Citizenship / Residency (if applicable)

Previous visitors to the U.S.:

1. If you were previously in the United States, any documents attesting to your immigration or visa status.

Supporting Documents for Applicants Seeking Medical Care:

If you wish to travel to the U.S. for medical treatment, then you should be prepared to present the following documentation in addition to the documents listed above and those the consular officer may require:

1. A medical diagnosis from a local physician explaining the nature of your ailment and the reason you require treatment in the United States.

2. 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).

3. 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.

Eligibility Criteria for Interview Waiver Applicants:

1. I have a previous B1/B2 visa that I wish to renew;

2. My prior visa was valid for ten (10) years;

3. My prior visa is still valid or has expired within the last 48 months;

4. I have in my possession my passport with my previous visa from the same visa category for which I now wish to apply;

5. My name, date of birth, and gender on my last visa are the same (If there is name change due to marriage or annulment, I can provide documentary proof)

   1. Submit an original copy of Marriage Certificate or Declaration of Nullity of Marriage issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), whichever is applicable.

6. My most recent visa was issued on or after my 14th birthday;

7. The last time I applied for a visa, it was approved;

8. I have not requested an extension or change of status through USCIS.

   
   

Applicants under age 14 or age 80 and over:

Applicants under age 14 or age 80 and over may qualify for exemption from the in-person Interview and may not need a personal appearance at the U.S. Embassy when applying for a visa or renewing their visa.

Additional requirements for applicants under 14 years old:

1. Original Birth Certificate issued by Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA);

2. Photocopy of valid B1/B2 U.S. visa of either or both parents.

3. Interview Waiver Confirmation Letter;

Use A4 size paper as much as possible.

For any documents missing, please provide an explanation letter.

The embassy may request additional documents after submission.