Trusted US Visa Consultant for India
At SmotVisa, every US application is different — whether you are attending a business meeting or conference, or finally taking that long-planned holiday, the US B1/B2 visa is your gateway. SmotVisa is here to assist from US visa documentation to plan your entire journey.
Why Choose SmotVisa for Your US Visa
20+ Years of Visa Experience
Led by Mr. Shaji Kandambeth, with two decades in the travel documentation industry.
B1/B2 Specialists
We handle tourist and business visitor cases day in, day out, including first-time applicants.
Honest, Transparent Guidance
Clear pricing, no false guarantees, and no immigration or job-placement gimmicks.
Interview Preparation
Mock questions and answer coaching tailored to your real profile.
End-to-End Support
DS-160 filling, fee payment guidance, appointment booking and document review.
Trusted by 5000+ Travellers
With a 99% application success rate across 50+ countries.
Tourist Visa vs Business Visa
The US combines both into one B1/B2 visa, valid up to 10 years with multiple entries.
B2 — Tourist Visa
- Tourism & holidays
- Visiting friends & relatives
- Medical treatment
- Cultural or recreational events
B1 — Business Visa
- Attending meetings & conferences
- Negotiating contracts
- Trade shows & exhibitions
- Short-term unpaid training
Neither category permits paid employment in the US. SmotVisa only assists with genuine visitor travel.
Who Can Apply
Open to almost any Indian traveller with a genuine short-term reason to visit and strong ties to return home.
Processing Time & Appointment Waits
US visitor visa timelines depend almost entirely on interview appointment availability. As of 2026, wait times vary by consulate.
| Route | Typical Timeline | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh B1/B2 interview | 6 weeks -- several months | Depends on consulate appointment availability |
| Interview Waiver (dropbox) | 2 -- 6 weeks | For eligible renewals, no refusal history |
| MRV fee | US $185 (~Rs.15,500) | Non-refundable, valid 1 year from payment |
Common Reasons US Visas Get Refused
Understanding why applications fail is the best way to avoid it. The most frequent reasons under section 214(b) and general scrutiny include — and our entire process is built to address each of these before you reach the interview window.
Documentation Portfolio
Strategic Roadmap
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1
Consultation & Profile Review
We understand your travel purpose, history and ties to India, then confirm the right visa category.
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2
DS-160 Preparation
We help you complete the online application accurately — the most common source of avoidable errors.
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Fee Payment & Appointment Booking
We guide you through the MRV fee payment and securing the earliest realistic interview slot.
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4
Document Compilation
We build a clean, logical document file that tells your story clearly.
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5
Interview Preparation
Personalised mock interview and coaching on how to answer truthfully and confidently.
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Biometrics & Interview Support
Guidance for your VAC biometrics visit and consulate interview day.
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Post-Decision Support
Passport collection guidance and next steps once your visa is approved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Expert insights on United States visa processing.
It is a combined US non-immigrant visitor visa. B1 covers short business visits and B2 covers tourism, family visits and medical travel. Most Indian applicants receive both together.
For most Indian citizens it is issued for up to ten years with multiple entries, though each individual stay is usually limited to six months as decided by the officer at the port of entry.
Most first-time applicants attend an in-person interview at a US consulate. Eligible renewal applicants may qualify for the interview waiver (dropbox) route.
The MRV application fee is currently around US $185 (about ₹15,500). Our consultancy fee is separate and quoted upfront with no hidden charges.
No. The decision rests entirely with the US consulate. What we guarantee is a meticulously prepared application and thorough interview preparation that gives you the strongest possible case.
Because interview waits can run into months, we recommend starting as soon as your travel is on the horizon — ideally two to four months ahead.
Yes. A first-time traveller with stable finances, clear ties to India and an honest purpose is a perfectly valid applicant. We specialise in presenting first-time profiles well.
It is the mandatory online application for US non-immigrant visas. Accuracy here is critical — small inconsistencies are a common cause of refusal, which is why we help you complete it carefully.
Yes, that falls under B1 business visitor activity. We help prepare invitation letters, event registration and supporting company documents.
You can reapply. We review what likely went wrong, strengthen the weak areas and help you prepare a better application for the next attempt.
Yes. We run a personalised mock interview and coach you to answer honestly and confidently — never to memorise scripted lines.
Yes. Families can apply together, and we organise each applicant's documents while keeping the family's travel purpose consistent.
Generally the one closest to your residence, though appointment availability can influence the choice. We advise you based on current wait times.
It is not mandatory for the visa, but it is strongly recommended for US travel given healthcare costs. We can arrange suitable cover.
No. We are strictly a tourist and business visitor-visa consultancy. We do not handle immigration, permanent residency, work or student visas.
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