United States Visa
US B1/B2 tourist/business visa applications proceed via the DS-160 form and an ustraveldocs.com appointment; the interview is in person at the Istanbul or Ankara consulate. Wait times (including administrative processing) can be long, and interview performance plus ties to Turkey are decisive.
Required documents
The documents the consulate expects for a United States application.
Printout with barcode of the online DS-160 visa application form.
Passport valid at least 6 months beyond the travel date.
5x5 cm photo taken in the last 6 months, meeting US visa standards.
Bank receipt confirming payment of the $185 application fee.
Interview appointment confirmation from ustraveldocs.com.
Last 6 months' account activity showing regular, sufficient balance.
Signed letter stating position, salary, tenure and approved leave.
Tax registration certificate and latest declaration for self-employed or business owners.
Deed, vehicle registration and similar documents reinforcing ties to Turkey.
Supporting evidence of family, job continuity, or enrollment proving intent to return.
Old passports and prior US/other country visas, including any refusal history.
Application steps
- 1
Create a VizaOS profile and select the US with B1/B2 purpose.
- 2
Fill the DS-160 form online and print the confirmation page.
- 3
Pay the $185 MRV fee and book an interview via ustraveldocs.com.
- 4
Prepare documents per the VizaOS checklist and rehearse the interview.
- 5
Attend the in-person interview at the consulate (fingerprints taken here too).
- 6
If administrative processing is required, additional wait (weeks to months) may apply.
- 7
The approved passport is delivered to your address by courier.
Most common refusal reasons
These mistakes sink most applications — VizaOS checks all of them upfront.
Türkiye'ye dönüş niyetinin (ekonomik/ailevi/mesleki bağlar) mülakatta ikna edici gösterilememesi (Madde 214(b))
Yetersiz veya tutarsız gelir/banka bakiyesi
Mülakatta tutarsız veya hazırlıksız cevaplar
Eksik veya destekleyici olmayan belgeler
Önceki vize ihlali, fazla kalma veya reddedilme geçmişi
Frequently asked questions
How long does a US visa take?+
Most applications are decided within days after the interview, but administrative processing can extend this to 30-90 days or longer.
How fast can I get an interview appointment?+
Depending on demand, wait times in Istanbul and Ankara range from a few weeks to several months; apply early.
How much money should be in the account?+
There's no fixed threshold, but a commonly recommended figure is at least €4000-5000 (or dollar equivalent) in a stable balance comfortably covering the trip.
Is the fee refunded if I'm refused?+
No, the $185 MRV fee covers processing and is non-refundable regardless of outcome.
Chance of a multi-entry (10-year) visa?+
The US typically grants 5-10 year multiple-entry B1/B2 visas to approved Turkish applicants; validity can vary based on reciprocity terms.
Ready for your trip abroad?
Analyze your profile for free, see where your chances are highest, prepare your documents with the system. The visa process has never been this clear.
No credit card required to sign up