| * indicates absolute necessities Documents to be generated for H4 1. letter from employer stating that you are indispensable to the company * 2. letter to the consulate stating intent of supporting spouse in the US Forms 1. DS156 (Non-immigrant VISA application) * 2. Affidavit of support signed by a notary Your documents 1. H1B papers (or a copy) * 2. LCA (or a copy) * 3. Passport (or a full copy) * 4. Salary slips as proof of job is the US * 5. Bank statements as proof of ability to support spouse in US * 6. Offer letter * 7. Tax receipts (if applicable) * Spouse's documents 1. Passport * 2. Passport size photos (4) * Documents to show proof of marriage 1. Marriage certificate in english * 2. Marriage invitation card(s) * 3. Marriage photos (showing important events - like walking aroud the fire for hindus) * Fees 1. DD from a NATIONALIZED bank as VISA application fees * (check web site for the amount) 2. DD from a NATIONALIZED bank as VISA stamping fee * (check web site for the amount) 3. DD for TT services * (check web site for the amount) Photocopies 1. One set of photocopies of all the documents mentioned above * Documents that may be carried for absolute peace of mind 1. Spouse's certificates 2. Your certificates 3. Your US license 4. Your SSN card 5. Your visiting cards 6. Marriage video cassette 7. Photo copy of tickets Miscellaneous items that may be carried for emergency use in the consulate 1. paper clips 2. plain paper 3. cash |