How to Apply for a Non-immigrant US Visa

Applying online

Step 1: All non immigrant visa applicants except "Officials travelling on government business" and "Officials of international organisation travelling for official purpose" must pay the Application Fee and VFS Service Charge at a designated branch of HDFC Bank before applying for a visa.

Step 2: Once you paid your fee click to see Here for further procedure. You will need to use the barcode number from your HDFC Bank Fee Receipt in order to schedule an appointment.

Step 3: Report to the US Embassy or consulate where your appointment for a visa interview is scheduled. You will need to bring the printed Appointment Letter, the Visa Application Forms, one recent photograph, the original HDFC Bank Fee Receipt with its two barcode stickers. Applications without an original HDFC Bank Receipt or with an incorrect photograph will NOT be accepted.
Procedure to schedule an online interview at the Mumbai Consulate

Counter Service
Applicants can seek information at any US visa application centre located in 11 cities across India. Applicants scheduled at the Mumbai Consulate (only) must submit their visa application packs across-the-counter at the US Visa Application centres located in West India after scheduling their online interview appointment.

Important: We recommend that you check the appointment availability before making travel arrangements or paying the visa application and service fees.