(1) Read the information on US Embassy web site
(2) Take Photo
It is non-standard size. Just 1 piece will do. Scan it and upload it at the next step.
(3) Fill up online DS-160 form and submit
For business trip, apply for B1/B2
(4) Schedule Interview appointment
https://evisaforms.state.gov/default.asp?postcode=SGP&appcode=3. Usually it will take a month to queue for interview.
(5) Prepare your support document and $$$
Business trip usually needs company support letter that indicates purpose, schedule of visit, financial support, etc. Money is S$ 183.40 (USD 131) as of now. Fees are not returnable, this means if visa got rejected, no refund. It MUST be in Cashier Order form, no cash, NETS or credit card payment allowed.
(6) Attend Interview at Embassy (whole process about 1.5 hours)
(6a) Go Napier Road
Go early, but not more than 30 mins earlier.
(6b) Queue outside the embassy
(6c) Enter Security Post
Show appointment letter. Remove all things in pocket, switch off all devices. Body scan. Remember NOT to bring big luggage, they may deny your access. Electronic device and food will be kept at the security post, officer will issue a tag for collection later.
(6d) Walk to Counter
Abt 1 min
(6e) Take Queue Number
(6f) Go counter, they took away passport and asked to made payment at another counter
(6g) Made payment by cashier order at payment counter
Wait to be called again.
(6h) Interview
Questions they asked:
How long have u worked in current company?
Your previous company and working period?
How long have u been in Singapore?
Study in Singapore?
Wife in Singapore?
Purpose of visit?
Schedule and duration?
=> VISA APPROVED
(6i) Wait for 2 working days
My interview on Monday, can only get back the passport on Wednesday (fr 2.30pm to 3.30pm). If visa rejected, they will return passport on the spot.
(7) Collection
Go early! Need to queue again. Validity? Depends, Malaysian and Indian usually 10 years, China citizen, 1 year.
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