H1B Visa Stamping Requirements

Documents required for H-1B visa stamp

Once you receive the H1 approval petition original documents( I797 and from I129) from your H1 sponsoring employer you are ready for your H1 visa stamp. Following is a list of required documents for H1 visa stamping purpose.

1.Completed Non-immigration Visa Application Form DS-156. Separate form for each applicant.

2.Completed Form DS-157.Each applicant in India taking appointment through VFS need to fill and provide DS157 irrespective of their age or gender.

3.Additional Questionnaire. Download Fillable Form in PDF

4.Application visa fee original receipt issued by HDFC bank.( If you are applying in India)

5.Copy of interview appointment letter which you get at the time of setting appointment with VFS.
6.Original H1 approval form I-797.

7.Offer letter from the company in USA.

8.Valid Passport.

9.Original Experience Certificates from all your previous employment's.

10.All other legal papers you received with your H1 documents, like from I129.

11.Two photographs 2 and 2 inches square (50 mm square) for each applicant, showing full face, without head covering, against a light background. To be used in the application Form.Check out the Guidelines for Photographs required for US visa

12.Demand draft for visa issuance Fee.

13.Latest resume.

14.All your Original Degree Certificates.

TIPS

1.Keep a copy of all your documents.

2.Answer all questions clearly during the interview.

3.Upon receiving your visa, carefully check for any kind of mistakes like name, date of birth, type of visa, validity date, etc.