Confirm your travel purpose
Identify whether the trip is for a personal visit, tourism or permitted business activities.
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Business / Tourism Visa (B-1/B-2)
Temporary visitor categories for permitted business activities, tourism and personal visits. The purpose of the trip determines the appropriate classification.
Start with a clear understanding of your route and next steps.
YOUR NEXT STEP STARTS WITH A PLANUNDERSTAND THE ROUTE
Overview
A visitor application should explain the purpose of the trip and how the proposed stay will be supported. The planned itinerary, personal circumstances and any host invitation help build a consistent account of your visit.
Important for this category
Read the official government guidance ↗Business visits and employment are different purposes. Check permitted activities before planning work in the United States.
IS THIS THE RIGHT ROUTE?
Eligibility topics to review
Your eligibility depends on the official rules and your circumstances. Start by reviewing these topics.
- Whether a visa or another entry permission is required for your nationality
- Whether the intended activities fit the visitor category
- The proposed duration, funding and arrangements for leaving at the end of the visit
GET ORGANISED
Preparation checklist
Bring an outline of the following information to your consultation. These are planning examples, not a complete application checklist.
- Purpose of visit and proposed itinerary
- Host invitation, where relevant
- Funding plans and circumstances in your home country
Share sensitive documents only through an agreed secure process.
A CLEAR APPLICATION PLAN
How the process works
Understand each stage and the information you need before moving forward.
Build a consistent travel plan
Organise itinerary, funding and host information against the official requirements.
Prepare the application and appointment
Check the required submission channel, forms and appointment procedure.
Read the permission and plan your trip
Review permitted activities and stay conditions before making travel commitments.
WHY GLOBAL OUTSET?Focused preparation.
Focused preparation.
Support at every step.
Discuss the support you need and agree its scope before proceeding.
Document planning
Organise your application information against the relevant official checklist.
Application preparation
Discuss the forms, evidence and submission steps that need attention.
Interview preparation
Prepare to explain your circumstances clearly where an interview is required.
Next-step planning
Discuss the actions following a decision, including study or travel preparation where relevant.
KEEP THE INFORMATION HANDY
Your visa planning guide
Download an overview, consultation checklist and application-stage guide for Business / Tourism Visa (B-1/B-2). Use it to organise your questions before speaking to us.
Download planning guide ↓Printable HTML document. Open it in your browser to print or save as PDF.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Before you proceed
Clear information helps you plan with confidence.
Can I use visitor permission for employment?+
Check the specific permitted activities in the official guidance. A visitor category must not be assumed to authorise employment.
What are the fees and processing times?+
Check the current government fees and processing guidance at the official link above. Consultancy charges, if applicable, are agreed separately after discussing the scope of support.
Does an enquiry submit my visa application?+
No. Your enquiry starts a discussion with Global Outset. An application is submitted separately through the relevant authority’s process.
Can visa approval be guaranteed?+
No. The relevant government authority makes the decision. Preparation support cannot guarantee approval, selection or a particular processing time.
HAVE QUESTIONS?
Contact our team →Let’s discuss your next steps.
Tell us about your plans for United States and the preparation you need.