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http://www.ustraveldocs.com/jp/jp-niv-visaapply.asp

• Prepare the DS160 document.

DS-160 → Read guideline → write → submit, get an 10 digit number → print a copy One 2×2 photo, passport, Zairyu card copy, passport Visa Fee → get a 12 digits receipt number Schedule an appointment with the 12 and 10 digit number

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- Go to the interview. Follow this web page to fill DS160, pay application fee and reserve an interview: https://jp.usembassy.gov/visas/nonimmigrant-visas/non-immigrant-visa-application-procedures/

• You can apply via mail if your last visa expired within 48 months. https://www.ustraveldocs.com/jp/jp-niv-visarenew.asp#how-to-apply-by-mail

• For business visit (B1 Visa): Have a introduction letter from your company, proving that you need to enter USA multiple times in the future, so that you could get a 10 year VISA.
• For tourist visit (B2 Visa): single or multiple entrance is decided by the officer who interviews you. He will decide basing on your condition. No special document needed.

Supporting documents are only one of many factors a consular officer will consider in your interview. Consular officers look at each application individually and consider professional, social, cultural and other factors during adjudication. Consular officers may look at your specific intentions, family situation, and your long-range plans and prospects within your country of residence. Each case is examined individually and is accorded every consideration under the law. Caution: Do not present false documents. Fraud or misrepresentation can result in permanent visa ineligibility. If confidentiality is of concern, the applicant should bring the documents to the Embassy or Consulate in a sealed envelope. The Embassy or Consulate will not make this information available to anyone and will respect the confidentiality of the information. You should bring the following documents to your interview. Original documents are always preferred over photocopies and you must bring these documents with you to the interview. English translations must be attached to all documents which are in a foreign language. Do not fax, email or mail any supporting documents to the Embassy or Consulate.

• Current proof of income, tax payments, property or business ownership, or assets.
• Your travel itinerary and/or other explanation about your planned trip.
• A letter from your employer detailing your position, salary, how long you have been employed, any authorized vacation, and the business purpose, if any, of your U.S. trip.
• Criminal/court records pertaining to any arrest or conviction anywhere, even if you completed your sentence or were later pardoned.

Additionally, based on your purpose of travel, you should consider bringing the following:

Students Bring your latest school results, transcripts and degrees/diplomas. Also bring evidence of financial support such as monthly bank statements, fixed deposit slips, and proof of your current enrollment in a college or university.

Working adults Bring an employment letter from your employer and pay slips from the most recent three months.

Business visitors and company directors Bring evidence of your position in the company and remuneration.

Visiting a relative Bring photocopies of your relative's proof of status (e.g. Green Card, naturalization certificate, valid visa, etc).

Previous visitors to the United States If you were previously in the United States, any documents attesting to your immigration or visa status.

• February 5th (Wednesday): Visa interview. (I also mailed some supplementary material later)
• March 2nd (Monday): mailed my passport to embassy.
• March 6th (Friday): Visa was issued.

LS:你说我是先买飞机票还是先办签证？便宜的飞机票不能退，万一签证没办成就完了….

LZY:当然先办签证

LS:好！那旅馆啥时候订呢？

LZY:旅馆先定一个，因为办签证需要住宿信息，签证下来后再调整宾馆

LZY:一般情况下宾馆都可以提前几天取消