If you wish to invite your family and friends while you are studying or teaching at the University of North Georgia, they may need a B-1/B-2 visitor visa to travel to the U.S. Find additional information on the State Department’s website.
The University of North Georgia does not issue letters of invitations for family and friends. Instead, the individual (student or scholar) who is inviting the visa applicant to the U.S. should write the invitation letter.
The most common reason a B-1/B-2 tourist visa is denied is because the applicant is believed to have “immigrant intent".
To demonstrate “non-immigrant intent” the applicant should prepare evidence showing strong ties to their home country, which can include documents that show:
The student or scholar should provide the applicant with:
The most common reason a B-1/B-2 tourist visa is denied is because the applicant is believed to have “immigrant intent".
Important note: UNG is providing the above information as a recommendation and this information is not a guarantee that a visa will be issued. The US Embassy or Consulate will determine if the visa is issued.