U.S. visitor visa guide
U.S. visitor visa (B1/B2): Bank statements
What officers usually look for in bank statements for a U.S. visitor visa (B1/B2) tourism visit.
Short answer
Provide recent bank-issued statements showing your name, regular income, and a balance that can cover the trip. Explain unusual large deposits. This page does not generate bank files for you.
What to prepare
Ask your bank for official statements or download signed/stamped PDFs if your bank provides them.
- Bank-issued statements for the last 3–6 months
- Name and account number clearly readable
- Regular income or salary credits visible
- Balance roughly matches trip costs
- Unusual large deposits/withdrawals should be explainable
- Non-English statements: translate if your post requires it
Example layout (fields)
Your statement will look different by bank. Aim to make these fields easy to read:
- Account holder name: [Your name]
- Account number: [Masked is fine if bank policy requires]
- Period: [e.g. 01 Jan 2026 – 30 Jun 2026]
- Opening / closing balance: [Amount + currency]
- Salary / income credits labeled clearly
- Trip-related spending should look normal for your history
Tips
Match the currency and amounts to your itinerary budget.
Do not edit PDFs or create fake statements.
FAQ
How many months?
Often 3–6 months. Follow your destination or VAC checklist.
Can someone else sponsor me?
Yes in many cases — then include their statements plus a clear sponsorship note, if the destination allows.
Can I edit a PDF statement?
No. Only use files issued by your bank.
Official sources
Links to public government pages for verification.