Visa etc. for Chinese grandmother to re-visit the US?
My mother-in-law has visited us in the USA twice before from the PRC. I've heard that it's easier to arrange a visit again. Is there a way to arrange for a visit where she won't have to go through an interview (which itself would require her to travel) or me to generate reams of paperwork including bank statements and whatnot?
I'm a 3rd (or more) generation US citizen. My wife has recently become a naturalized citizen. Since her last visit, Mother-in-law has been widowed, so she would be traveling alone. She's also quite elderly.
What paperwork do I need to look for? Any recent advice from someone in the same situation?
Best Answer
It is possible (mandatory even) for individuals who meet several conditions to apply without the interview, though you'll still need to put all the usual paperwork together for the application. If she meets the conditions, she can drop off the documents at a bank branch and receive a visa without having to appear for an interview. Otherwise, the interview is, unfortunately, required.
The good news is that, thanks to an agreement a few years ago between the US and China, I understand there's a good chance she'll be issued a 10-year multiple entry visa now. This will give her a visa that she can use for multiple trips within a 10-year period without needing to reapply.
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Can Chinese citizen Visit USA?
Chinese citizens who are planning to travel to the United States for short periods of time must apply to obtain a US B1/B2 VISA FOR THE CITIZENS OF CHINA. Although you cannot apply online for the document, the confirmation page that you need when you visit the closest US embassy will be online soon.How can I apply for US Parents Visitor visa?
To apply for a visitor visa, your parents will need complete the Online Non-immigrant Visa Application (Form DS-160). It needs to be completed and submitted online and is available on the Department of State website: https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/.Who can get a B2 visa?
To be eligible for a B-1 or B-2 visa, the applicant must prove that the travel is temporary and they have the ability to self-fund all costs of the trip. Additionally, they must prove that they have no intent of remaining in the United States beyond their stay and abandoning a residence outside of the United States.Can I apply for visitor visa to USA now?
All US visitor visa applications are still being accepted and processed, although this process is taking longer than usual due to the spread of COVID-19. Only United States citizens and foreigners deemed essential travelers to the U.S. may enter at this time.No More Visitor Visas for \
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