Non-Immigrant Visas

Supporting Documentation

Step 4: Gather the Required Supporting Documentation 

Section 214(b) of the United States Immigration and Nationality Act requires most nonimmigrant visa applicants to demonstrate an intent to depart the United States after a temporary visit.  The following documents have proven helpful in the past in determining an applicant's eligibility for a nonimmigrant visa at the visa interview:

- An itinerary for your visit to the U.S. including contact names, addresses, and telephone numbers in each city.  

- If your company is sponsoring your trip, a letter stating your position within the company, the length of time you have been employed, the nature of your business in the U.S., and who will be paying for your expenses in the U.S.  

- If another person is sponsoring your trip, a letter from the sponsor regarding the purpose of your visit and financial evidence that he/she has sufficient funds to cover your travel and other expenses (for example, tax returns, employment letters, pay stubs, bank account statements). 

Any information helpful in showing your ties to Vietnam, such as information about your employment, education, social or family relationships, and possessions, that you wish the consular officer to consider.

Please note that these materials should be presented at the interview.  Do not fax or mail any documents to our office before your appointment.  

We do NOT require applicants to purchase plane tickets before the visa interview.  We strongly urge that you NOT purchase tickets or make irrevocable travel plans before obtaining a visa.

Certain categories of visas require additional supporting documentation.  Click on the following links for more information:

• Students
• Visitors for Medical Treatment

Work visas generally require a sponsor to file a petition with the USCIS. More information is available on the USCIS website. 

If your purpose of travel does not appear to fit in these categories, please contact the Information Unit or visit the Bureau of Consular Affairs website.