B-2 tourism or medical visitor

Generally, a citizen of a foreign country who wishes to travel to the United States must first obtain a visa, either a nonimmigrant visa for a temporary stay, or an immigrant visa for permanent residence. Visitor visas are nonimmigrant visas for persons who want to enter the United States temporarily for business (B-1 visa), for tourism (B-2 visa), or for a combination of both purposes (B-1/B-2 visa).

Here are some examples of activities permitted with a visitor visa:

Tourism (B-2) Tourism Vacation (holiday) Visit with friends or relatives Medical treatment Participation in social events hosted by fraternal, social, or service organizations

A visa allows a foreign citizen to travel to a U.S. port-of-entry (generally an airport) and request permission to enter the United States. A visa does not guarantee entry into the United States.

If you are allowed to enter the United States, the CBP official will provide an admission stamp or a paper Form I-94, Arrival/Departure Record.

See Extend Your Stay on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website to learn about requesting to extend your stay beyond the date indicated on your admission stamp or paper Form I-94.

Under U.S. law, visas of individuals who are out of status are automatically voided ( Section 222(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act).

Passport valid for travel to the United States – Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your period of stay in the United States (unless exempt by country-specific agreements).

- The purpose of your trip, - Your intent to depart the United States after your trip, and/or - Your ability to pay all costs of the trip.

If you cannot cover all the costs for your trip, you may show evidence that another person will cover some or all costs for your trip.

A letter of invitation or Affidavit of Support is not needed to apply for a visitor visa.

- Medical diagnosis from a local physician, explaining the nature of the ailment and the reason you need treatment in the United States. - Letter from a physician or medical facility in the United States, stating they are willing to treat your specific ailment and detailing the projected length and cost of treatment (including doctors’ fees, hospitalization fees, and all medical-related expenses). - Proof that your transportation, medical, and living expenses in the United States will be paid.

Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application, Form DS-160

You should generally schedule an appointment for your visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in the country where you live.

See Extend Your Stay on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website to learn about requesting to extend your stay beyond the date indicated on your admission stamp or paper Form I-94.

If your plans change while in the United States (for example, you marry a U.S. citizen or receive an offer of employment), you may be able to request a change in your nonimmigrant status to another category through U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

While you are in the United States, receiving a change of status from USCIS does not require you to apply for a new visa.

An individual on a visitor visa (B1/B2) is not permitted to accept employment or work in the United States.