Sending an invitation for Visitation in U.S.

sonnie

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I'm sure that this topic has come up many times but I couldn't find exactly what i'm looking for when I did a search. I've also looked on the US Consulate website and didn't find much about this topic.
About 4 years I had sent an invitation for a friend to come visit me here in the U.S., by giving here that invitation it bettered her chances on getting a Visa to come to the states. I would like to do this again but I am not sure who I should send it to or if I should just send it to my friend so she can bring it to her Visa appointment? What information should I include in that invitation (drivers license, passport number, current employer and years employed, etc.)?!?!? Would a lawyer or Notary Public need to put a stamp on the invitation?
I know that this does not guarantee her a Visa but i'm sure it does help a little.

Thank You in advance,

Enver
 

rellosk

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Sonnie, the invitation will not help get a Visa. The invitation is just a formality.

The single most important thing in getting a Visa is whether the INS believes the applicant will return to the DR.

BTW, did your friend get her Visa four years ago?
 

sonnie

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Yes, my friend did get her Visa 4 years ago but that was a different person. This is another friend of mine that I would like her to visit me. Even if it is a formality, would it state with the invitation that I would be responsible for that person while they visit the U.S.?

Thanks,
Enver