About US Visa applications from the Philippines
Most Filipino travelers to the United States need a nonimmigrant visa, most commonly the B1/B2 visitor visa for tourism, visiting family or short business trips. The process is handled online and in person: you complete the DS-160 online application, pay the visa application (MRV) fee, book an appointment through the official US visa appointment system, and attend an interview at the U.S. Embassy in Manila unless you qualify for an interview waiver.
Small mistakes on the DS-160 — inconsistent travel history, wrong employment details, or a photo that does not meet requirements — can cause delays or uncomfortable questions at the interview. Our role is to help you present complete, consistent and truthful information, and to make sure you arrive prepared.
How VisaReady PH helps
- Guided completion and review of your DS-160 online application
- Step-by-step instructions for paying the MRV fee through official channels
- Support with creating your appointment profile and scheduling your interview
- A personalized supporting-document checklist based on your travel purpose
- Interview preparation: common questions and how to answer clearly and honestly
- Guidance for renewals and checking whether an interview waiver may apply
Documents commonly requested
Requirements depend on your circumstances and are set by the relevant authority. They can change without notice, so we confirm the current official checklist for your case. Commonly requested items include:
- Valid Philippine passport (and old passports with previous US visas, if any)
- Digital photo that meets US visa photo requirements
- Travel plans: intended dates, purpose and where you will stay
- Employment details, e.g. certificate of employment or business registration
- Financial documents such as bank certificates or statements and ITR
- Proof of ties to the Philippines: family, property, studies or work
How it works
- Send an inquiry — tell us about your case. Please don't send sensitive documents yet.
- Get a quotation — we confirm the scope, the requirements and our fee in writing.
- Prepare and review — we guide you through each form and document.
- Submit and track — you get clear instructions for appointments, submission and next steps.