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B1/B2 Visa

United States Visit Visa from Pakistan

The B1/B2 visa is the standard US visitor visa, covering business (B1) and tourism, family visits or medical treatment (B2). Along with documentation, the consular interview plays a central role in a US visa decision, so preparation matters.

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Who Can Apply

  • Tourists and leisure travelers
  • Applicants visiting family in the US
  • Business travelers (meetings, conferences, negotiations)
  • Applicants seeking short-term medical treatment

Visa Types

B1 Business Visitor

For business meetings, conferences and negotiations — not for employment.

B2 Tourist Visitor

For tourism, visiting family or friends, and medical treatment.

B1/B2 Combined

The most commonly issued category, covering both business and tourism purposes.

Required Documents

  • Passport (scan visa and stamp pages)
  • CNIC (Both Sides)
  • FRC (Family Registration card)
  • Parent’s date of birth
  • All Social Media Links (like Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
  • NTN (National Tax Number)
  • Email ID’s used in last 5 years
  • Phone numbers used in last 5 years
  • Digital Photo White background (HD) size (2x2)
  • Wife’s place of birth (Only for Married Persons)
  • USA Refusal - yes/no
  • All Contact Number used in the last 5 years
  • Work History
  • Educational History
  • 5 Years Travel History

Financial Documentation

There's no published minimum balance for a B1/B2 visa. The consular officer wants to see stable, verifiable finances that support your trip and your intention to return to Pakistan.

Processing Information

Appointment wait times vary by consulate; once interviewed, many B1/B2 decisions are issued the same day, with some cases requiring administrative processing.

Application Process

  1. 1DS-160 form preparation
  2. 2Visa fee payment and interview scheduling
  3. 3Document and financial evidence review
  4. 4Mock interview preparation
  5. 5Attend the consular interview

Common Reasons for Refusal

  • Officer unconvinced of strong ties to Pakistan (Section 214(b) refusals)
  • Inconsistent or unclear answers during the interview
  • Insufficient financial documentation
  • Unclear purpose or itinerary for the trip
  • Previous US visa history not properly explained

How Ali Baba Travel Advisor Can Help

Our consultants assess your case, prepare a tailored document checklist, and guide you through submission — whether this is your first application or a reapplication after a previous refusal. See how our visa process works or get help with your bank statement and United States visa file submission.

Frequently Asked Questions

The interview itself is typically brief — a few minutes — so being clear and consistent about your purpose of travel and ties to Pakistan matters more than length of answers.

Official Sources

Requirements, fees and processing times change. Always confirm the current position on the official website before you apply.

Related Help

Information last reviewed October 2026. Visa decisions are made solely by the relevant embassy, consulate or immigration authority. Ali Baba Travel Advisor provides consultancy and documentation assistance and does not guarantee visa approval.

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