1. HOW TO GET A VISA
FOR USA?
MARIA FERNANDA OTALORA ORDUÑA
2. TYPES OF VISA
Tourism and Business (B1/B2)
Studying in the U.S. (F & M)
Exchange Programs – Au Pairs, Summer Work Travel, Bilingual Teachers, etc. (J)
Temporary Workers (H, L, O, P)
Religious Workers (R)
Domestic Employees (B1, A-3, G-5)
Members of a Commercial Ship or Flight Crew (C1,D)
Traders and Investors (E1, E2)
Press & Media (I)
Diplomats and Officials (A, G, C-3)
Human Trafficking and victims of Crime (S,T,&U)
3. ECHANGE VISITORS
The Exchange Visitor Program promotes mutual understanding
between the people of the United States and the people of other
countries by educational and cultural exchanges.
It allows to experience new way of life and to establish durable
relationships.
There are different types of exchange programs, for example, for
people with studies in universities temporary, summer work, among
others.
4. BASIC
REQUIREMENTS
The sponsor will provide you with specific information on how to
apply for the J visa. All J Visa applicants must demonstrate the
following:
1. That they plan to remain for a specific time in the United States.
2. Evidence of funds to cover expenses in the country.
3. knowledge of the English language.
4. Evidence of compelling social, economic and other ties abroad that
will insure they return abroad at the end of the visit.
6. 3. A photograph 4. Form DS-2019, Certificate of
Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status
7. 5. SEVIS Fee Receipt
6. Form DS-7002,
Training/Internship
Placement Plan (Only
required for Trainee/Interns)
8. STEPS
HOW TO APPLY FOR A VISA?
STEP 1: Select visa type
STEP 2: Complete DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa Application form.
STEP 3: Pay the non-refundable application fee and schedule appointment (if
required).
STEP 4: Schedule appointment for biometrics to be taken at the Applicant
Service Center (ASC) in Bogota or Medellin (if applicable - see below).
STEP 5: Attend your Applicant Service Center (ASC) appointment in Bogota
or Medellin (if applicable).
STEP 6: Appear at U.S. Embassy in Bogota for your interview.
STEP 7: Pick up passport with visa at your local DHL office or the Applicant
Service Center (ASC).
9. : You must take into account only
these documents.
: If you are a minor must to be
informed of the rules and to follow the
appropriate steps.