B-2 Visa: For Medical Reasons
The B-2 visa is the most appropriate visa category for foreign nationals who wish to enter the United States temporarily to seek medical treatment in USA or for other health-related reasons.
In addition to the normal requirements for B-2 visa, including, demonstrating residence in a foreign country which the applicant doesn’t intend to abandon, those seeking a B-2 medial visa must also demonstrate that they have a solid reason for seeking medical treatment in USA and have the means to pay for the treatment, including doctor’s and hospitalization fees, as well as other related expenses.
B-2 Visa Requirements
To meet the eligibility requirements for B-2 visa, you should be able to demonstrate why you are not pursuing or receiving treatment in your home country, and that you will be able to afford the high U.S. healthcare expenses incurred. You will need to provide evidence that verifies:
1.You are traveling specifically for medical treatment
a.You should be ready to submit copies of medical reports and/or documents from the doctor treating you in your home country and any correspondence or documents from the doctor/health facility in the U.S
2.You plan to stay in the U.S. for a specified period of time
a.You should be ready to submit documentation showing how long you will need for treatment, preferably a letter from the doctor or health professional in the U.S.
3.You have a permanent residence in your home country, and evidence that you will not abandon it, for example evidence of a permanent job and/or family
4.You can afford your stay and treatment during the U.S. trip
a.You should be ready to submit documentation showing how much the treatment will cost with accompanying documentation showing that you can afford that amount plus the expense of living in the U.S.
C. Establishing The Need For Medical Treatment In USA
To be successful in getting a visa for USA and travel for medical treatment, your B-2 visa application should be supported by your local doctor as well as the treating physician in the U.S. through a letter from each of them, with details on the treatment, as well as any other medical records.
The letter from the local physician should be on letterhead, having details regarding the nature of the illness and the diagnosis, and should also list the reasons why the Doctor recommends that you seek treatment in the U.S. or why treatment in the U.S. is preferable.
A letter from your treating physician or institution in the U.S. is mandatory. The letter should include details regarding their opinion of your diagnosis/illness, the basis for their opinion, a detailed treatment plan, the expected duration to complete the treatment and all estimated costs.
Additionally, you must be prepared to undergo additional medical screening as directed by the U.S. Consulate. The U.S. Consulate may request that you undergo a medical examination by a physician they work with to verify the information provided to them. They may also want to rule out any signs of a communicable disease.
Supporting Documents for Applicants Seeking Medical Care
If you wish to travel to the United States for medical treatment, then you should be prepared to present the following documentation in addition to the documents listed above and those the consular officer may require:
- A medical diagnosis from a local physician explaining the nature of your ailment and the reason you require treatment in the United States.
- A letter from a physician or medical facility in the United States expressing a willingness to treat this specific ailment and detailing the projected length and cost of treatment (including doctors' fees, hospitalization fees, and all medical-related expenses).
- A statement of financial responsibility from the individuals or organization paying for your transportation, medical and living expenses. The individuals guaranteeing payment of these expenses must provide proof of their ability to do so, often in the form of bank or other statements of income/savings or certified copies of income tax returns.
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