USA Visa Documents Checklist for Indian Applicants: Every Category

Every USA visa category shares a common core of documents, but each one also has its own specific requirements. This checklist covers every category we assist with for USA, so you can build a complete document folder before you apply — rather than the general overview in our USA visa guide.

USA Tourist Visa (B2)

• Valid passport
• DS-160 confirmation page
• Recent US visa photo
• Travel itinerary and proof of funds
• Evidence of ties to India (job, property, family)

USA Business Visa (B1)

• Valid passport
• DS-160 confirmation page
• US company invitation letter
• Employer letter confirming role and trip purpose
• Proof of funds

USA Visa to Visit Family (B2)

• Valid passport
• DS-160 confirmation page
• Invitation letter from the US-based host
• Proof of relationship
• Proof of funds and ties to India

USA Medical Treatment Visa (B2)

• Valid passport
• DS-160 confirmation page
• Letter from the US hospital/doctor confirming treatment
• Proof of funds to cover treatment and stay
• Medical reports from India

USA Transit Visa (C1)

• Valid passport
• DS-160 confirmation page
• Onward flight ticket
• Valid visa for the final destination, if required

Common Mistakes That Delay a USA Application

The most common issue is submitting a generic document set without the one requirement specific to your category — for example, a business visit application with no invitation letter, or a medical visa with no hospital treatment letter. Reviewers look for a complete, category-matched file, not just paperwork in general. We check your documents against the exact category you're applying for before anything is submitted.

How Visa Expertz Helps

We review your documents against USA's current requirements for your specific category, flag anything missing or inconsistent, and help you prepare a complete file. Start with our USA Visa page, or read the full USA visa guide for categories, photo specification, and processing times.

Important: We assist with genuine short-term visitor visas only. No genuine agent can guarantee approval — final decisions rest with USA's immigration/consular authorities.

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