AgenciesHere is the complete guide to seizing the H4 visa. All you need is to read the guidelines till the end and follow them appropriately. The H4 Visa is issued to the family member, who is dependent on the H1B Visa holder who is presently working in the United States. The dependent family member here means a spouse or unmarried child under the age of 21. The visa allows them to reunite or accompany the principal visa holder.
How to apply online for H4 Visa?
You need to fill out a form DS-160 which can be found on the US state government travel website. The form will then undergo further processing, along with, a personal interview to determine the applicant’s eligibility. Don’t forget to print and save a copy of the barcode page.
What is the fee and how it is paid?
The fees for all H-type visas are the same. At present, the application fee for an H4 visa is USD 190. The fee can be paid online following the country-specific instructions mentioned on the US embassy website. After paying the fees, you can schedule an interview appointment with the US Embassy. A letter of confirmation will be given to you.
What are the documents required for getting H4 Visa?
You need to provide the below documents for application processing:
Visa interview
In the interview, your documents and the relationship with the H visa holder will be determined. The interviewer will also ask about your intention to go to the US. So, be prepared to clarify everything related to stay and questions about family members.
Checking the visa status
The visa status can be checked online on the same US embassy website by entering the application number. You will be notified if you get the H4 visa. If you are granted the visa, then you will require to undergo a visa stamping procedure.
Visa processing time
H4 visa processing time will depend on the country from where you are applying. It may also depend on the status of the H-type visa holder currently working in the US.
How long one can stay with the H4 Visa?
After checking the visa dates of your parent/spouse, you will be granted the visa with the same number of days to stay in the US. Similarly, if your parent/spouse is applying for an extension, you will also be eligible for the same. This is done by filling I-539 form.
Apart from all this, the H4 visa holder can also apply for a driving license and will be eligible for getting health insurance.
How to apply online for H4 Visa?
You need to fill out a form DS-160 which can be found on the US state government travel website. The form will then undergo further processing, along with, a personal interview to determine the applicant’s eligibility. Don’t forget to print and save a copy of the barcode page.
What is the fee and how it is paid?
The fees for all H-type visas are the same. At present, the application fee for an H4 visa is USD 190. The fee can be paid online following the country-specific instructions mentioned on the US embassy website. After paying the fees, you can schedule an interview appointment with the US Embassy. A letter of confirmation will be given to you.
What are the documents required for getting H4 Visa?
You need to provide the below documents for application processing:
- Wedding Invitation
- Wedding photographs or videos, where the couples can be seen.
- List of wedding guests
- Receipts of wedding expenses
- Booking receipt of the post-marriage trips, if any.
- If married at a wedding registrar, the applicant will need to provide a copy of the signed affidavit, pictures of the couples signing the marriage certificate, and pictures of the witnesses or person conducting the ceremony.
Visa interview
In the interview, your documents and the relationship with the H visa holder will be determined. The interviewer will also ask about your intention to go to the US. So, be prepared to clarify everything related to stay and questions about family members.
Checking the visa status
The visa status can be checked online on the same US embassy website by entering the application number. You will be notified if you get the H4 visa. If you are granted the visa, then you will require to undergo a visa stamping procedure.
Visa processing time
H4 visa processing time will depend on the country from where you are applying. It may also depend on the status of the H-type visa holder currently working in the US.
How long one can stay with the H4 Visa?
After checking the visa dates of your parent/spouse, you will be granted the visa with the same number of days to stay in the US. Similarly, if your parent/spouse is applying for an extension, you will also be eligible for the same. This is done by filling I-539 form.
Apart from all this, the H4 visa holder can also apply for a driving license and will be eligible for getting health insurance.
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