How Much Money Do You Need for a U.S. Visa in 2026? Proof of Funds Explained

Is There a Minimum Bank Balance?

No fixed amount applies to every B1/B2 applicant.

You should think about it this way;

Someone planning a five-day trip and staying with a relative doesn’t necessarily have the same expenses as someone planning a three-week hotel stay, domestic flights and expensive activities.

So instead of asking:

“How much money must I have?”

A better question is:

“Can I reasonably demonstrate that I can afford the trip I’m describing?”

So, Your finances should make sense alongside your travel plans.

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