United States Individual Visa Requirements

1. Duly accomplished DS-160 online visa application form (must be submitted online)
2. Appointment confirmation page (from the U.S. visa appointment website)
3. Valid passport (must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay in the U.S. and must have at least one blank page)
4. One recent 2x2 passport-sized photo (colored with white background; must follow U.S. visa photo guidelines and taken within the last 6 months)
5. Visa fee payment confirmation (MRV receipt)
6. Proof of financial capability to support your stay (original bank certificate and bank statements for the last 6 months)
7. Proof of ties to the Philippines (employment, business, family, property, etc.) to demonstrate intent to return
8. Travel itinerary or purpose of visit (optional but recommended)
9. Previous U.S. visas and travel history (if applicable)

For Employees

• Original employment certificate with leave of absence (must include applicant's position, date hired, salary, and return to work date)
• Recent payslips
• Company ID
• Income Tax Return (Form 2316)

For Businessmen

• Business registration documents (DTI or SEC)
• Mayor's/business permit
• Income Tax Return (Form 1701)
• Financial statements

For Students

• School certificate of enrollment
• Copy of student ID
• Letter of leave of absence (if traveling during school period)
• Affidavit of support and consent letter signed by both parents
• Parent’s financial documents (bank certificate, ITR, etc.)

For Retirees

• Copy of senior citizen ID or official retirement documents
• Proof of pension or retirement income (bank statement, certificate, etc.)

For Foreign Nationals Residing in the Philippines

• Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR)
• Valid visa or residence permit in the Philippines
• Re-entry permit (if applicable)

If the Company Will Shoulder the Trip

• Company guarantee letter
• Company bank certificate and bank statements (latest 6 months)
• Business documents and ITR of the company

Special Notes

• The U.S. visa process includes an in-person interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
• Approval is not guaranteed and is subject to a consular officer’s discretion.
• Bring original documents during your interview, but submission is not required unless requested.