Do all travelers require a visa to visit the United States?
Visitors from countries that participate in the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) may be able to travel to the United States for tourism or business stays of 90 days or less without obtaining a visa. For more information about the VWP and a complete list of participating countries, visit: http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/without/without_1990.html#vwp. Citizens from countries that do not participate in the VWP will require a visa to enter the United States. • How can I apply for a non-immigrant visa? The applicant may apply for a tourist visa through the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in his/her home country. He/she may set up a visa interview and complete the DS-156 application form online through the “Locate an Embassy Page” (http://www.usembassy.gov/ ) on the State Department’s website (http://www.travel.state.gov). • Can friends and family members help with the application process? You may provide a letter of invitation or support. However, this does not guarantee visa issuance to a foreign nat
