US tourist visa (B1/B2) submitted in Canada

U.S. B-1/B-2 Visitor and Business Visa – Applying from Canada

The B-1 visa is for permitted business activities; the B-2 visa is for tourism, visiting family/friends, and other permitted purposes. A valid B-1/B-2 visa may also be used for transit through the U.S. A visa does not guarantee entry: CBP makes the decision upon arrival at the port of entry.

Who needs to apply?

Vietnamese passport holders currently in Canada (international students, work permit holders, permanent residents) generally require a valid visa to enter the U.S., unless exempt under specific regulations. Canadian PR status does not automatically exempt you from U.S. visa requirements.

Basic Process

1. Determine the purpose of your trip and the appropriate visa category.
2. Complete the DS-160 and keep the confirmation page.
3. Register an account on the official appointment system for the U.S. Embassy/Consulate in Canada, pay the fee as instructed, and schedule an appointment.
4. Prepare your passport, DS-160 confirmation, proof of Canadian residency, travel itinerary, and documents demonstrating the purpose of your trip, financial ability, and ties to your home country.
5. Attend the interview if required; track your passport return.

Eligibility for interview waivers, application locations, wait times, and fees are subject to change; check official sources before applying. Do not assume that visa renewal guarantees an interview waiver or the ability to interview at a specific consulate.

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We provide support with determining your visa category, completing the DS-160, guiding you through the appointment scheduling process, and reviewing your documents. Our listed service fees do not include government fees unless otherwise confirmed. We do not guarantee visa issuance or specific processing times.

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Source: U.S. Department of State – Visitor Visa; DS-160.