Can an American sponsor a friend tourist visa?

Apr 25, 2023 If you'd like a family member or friend abroad to come visit you in the U.S., you may be wondering if you can apply for a B-1/B-2 travel visa for them. The short answer is no, you cannot apply for a B-1/B-2 visa on behalf of someone else.



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A letter of invitation is a signed letter from the family member or friend who you will be staying with during your trip to the United States. The purpose of the letter is to confirm that you will have a place to stay during your visit. It is preferable if your host is a U.S. citizen or green card holder.

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Many U.S. citizens and U.S. residents wish that their friends and family could visit them in the U.S. First; however, family members or friends must apply for a visitor visa. And a letter of invitation can assist in the visa application process.

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