Enable Business Travel to the U.S. I B-1 Visa USA
B1 Visa USA (Business): Apply for a B1/B2 Visa USA from the UK with a Clear, Compliant Strategy
Travel to the United States for legitimate business activity: meet clients, attend conferences, negotiate contracts, and manage multi-city itineraries, using a B1 visa USA or B1/B2 visa USA strategy that reduces border friction versus ESTA for higher-scrutiny trips.
Pay only after approval (terms apply). Fixed-fee options. Clear deliverables.
B1/B2 Visa USA at a Glance
- Visa type USA B1 B2: Visitor visa for temporary business (B-1) and/or tourism/visit (B-2)
- What is B1 visa in USA: Business travel such as meetings/consultations, conferences, contract negotiations (not employment)
- ESTA vs B1 visa USA: ESTA/VWP is limited to 90 days per trip; visa is for travellers who need longer stays or a more robust travel profile (CBP still decides entry)
- B1 visa USA cost: Visitor visa application fee is $185
- Key rule: A visa allows you to travel to a port of entry and request admission; it does not guarantee entry
- UK-market focused support
- Fixed-fee options
- Clear document checklists
- Secure handling
- Pay after approval (terms apply)
INDEX:
- Who the USA B1 visa is for (not only people who can’t use ESTA)
- ESTA vs B1 Visa USA: the difference that matters at the airport
- What is a B1 visa for USA business travel?
- B1 B2 Visa USA meaning (and what it covers)
- Pay After Approval: how our fee structure works
- How to apply for B1 visa USA
- B1 Visa USA Cost and Government Fees
- Processing Time and Appointments
- Border-Readiness Pack (what we make “easy to inspect”)
- Entering the U.S. on a B1/B2 Visa Without Issues
Who the USA B1 visa is for (not only people who can’t use ESTA)
This service is for business travellers who need a predictable, border-ready approach, including:
1) You cannot use ESTA
If you’re not eligible for the Visa Waiver Program, you’ll need a visitor visa to travel for business.
2) You can use ESTA, but need more time
ESTA/VWP travel is capped at 90 days. If you need a longer stay, you must apply for a visa outside the U.S.
3) You can use ESTA, but your profile is higher-scrutiny
If you’ll be visiting multiple clients, doing a multi-city business tour, attending back-to-back events, or travelling frequently, a B1 visa USA / B1/B2 visa USA can reduce uncertainty because your case has already been reviewed by the embassy—while still being subject to CBP inspection at arrival.
ESTA vs B1 Visa USA: the difference that matters at the airport
Many travellers search this after experiencing (or fearing) border friction. Here’s the real difference:
Online travel authorisation for eligible nationals for business/tourism for up to 90 days per visit. It’s not a visa.
A visa issued after consular adjudication. It often helps when the business trip is longer, more complex, or easier to misunderstand as “work”. A visa still does not guarantee entry.
Best for short trips → | ESTA |
|---|---|
Best for longer/complex business travel → | B1/B2 visa USA |
Final decision at entry → | CBP in both cases |
What is a B1 visa for USA business travel?
Common permitted B-1 activities include:
- meetings and consultations
- attending conferences/conventions
- negotiating contracts
Not permitted: employment or productive work as a worker in the U.S. Visitor visas are not work visas.
B1 B2 Visa USA meaning (and what it covers)
A B1/B2 visa USA is a combined visitor visa that can be used for business (B-1) and tourism/visiting (B-2) depending on the purpose of each trip.
Pay After Approval: how our fee structure works
Choosing an adviser for a U.S. visa application requires trust—especially when travel dates and business commitments are on the line.
With our pay-after-approval model, you do not pay our professional fee until your visa is approved (terms apply). You still receive:
- a fixed-fee quote upfront
- clear deliverables and scope in writing
- a structured evidence plan and checklist
- transparency on government fees
How to apply for B1 visa USA
The standard process follows these steps:
Complete the DS-160 online application
Pay the government visa fee
Schedule the embassy or consulate appointment
Attend the interview with a fully prepared, border-ready application file
B1 Visa USA Cost and Government Fees
The government application fee for a B1/B2 visitor visa is $185.
Before you proceed, we explain the full cost structure clearly, including:
our professional fixed-fee packages
government fees paid directly to authorities
any third-party costs, if required (such as translations or couriers)
Processing Time and Appointments
Two factors determine overall processing time:
interview appointment availability at your selected embassy or consulate
any post-interview administrative processing, if applicable
We plan backwards from your intended travel date and prepare your case for efficient adjudication and smooth inspection at the airport.
Border-Readiness Pack (what we make “easy to inspect”)
For this category, success depends on clarity. We typically structure:
- Employer letter confirming foreign employment, foreign payroll, and purpose of travel
- Client letter confirming the project and need for on-site presence (recommended)
- Compensation proof showing no U.S.-source salary
- Role + qualification evidence showing H-1B-level professional services
Entering the U.S. on a B1/B2 Visa Without Issues
Even with a valid B1 or B1/B2 visa, the final decision on admission is made by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at the port of entry. A visa allows you to request entry; it does not guarantee admission.
We reduce risk by ensuring full consistency across:
your stated purpose of travel
your itinerary and supporting invitations or correspondence
proof that your activities qualify as B-1 business (not employment)
evidence of your intention to depart the United States after the visit
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A B-1 is a visitor visa for temporary business activities such as meetings, conferences, and contract negotiations, not employment.
A B1/B2 is a combined visitor visa that can be used for business (B-1) and/or tourism/visiting (B-2), depending on the purpose of each trip.
If you’re eligible for VWP/ESTA, you can travel for business/tourism for up to 90 days per visit. For longer stays you need a visa.
No. A visa allows you to travel to a port of entry and request admission, but CBP decides admission.
Complete DS-160, pay the fee, schedule the appointment, attend the interview with supporting documents.
The U.S. government visitor visa fee for B1/B2 is $185.