How is this page different from the general Net Worth Certificate for Visa page?

The general Net Worth Certificate for Visa page covers Canada, UK, Australia, Schengen, and other destinations. This US-specific page is tailored to F-1, H-1B, B-1/B-2, EB-5, and J-1 visa categories, uses USD as the second currency at the RBI reference rate, references the I-20 Cost of Attendance for F-1, addresses INA Section 214(b) framing, and aligns the purpose statement to the US embassy jurisdiction.

Do I need a US sponsor Affidavit of Support in addition to the Indian CA net worth certificate?

They are different documents and complement each other. Form I-134 or I-864 is signed by a US-based sponsor with US-based assets. The CA-certified Net Worth Certificate from India shows Indian sponsor and applicant assets. For most F-1 and B-1/B-2 cases the Indian CA certificate is the primary financial document. Where a US-based sponsor exists, both documents are submitted together.

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Documents Verified: PAN, Aadhaar, passport, I-20 (if F-1), bank statements, FD certificates, ITRs of last 3 years, property papers, demat holdings, and loan statements.

Patron Accounting Professional Fees: Starting from INR 1,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges) for individual US visa applicants; INR 2,999 onward for sponsor plus applicant combined certificate.

Eligibility to Issue: Only a practicing Chartered Accountant registered with ICAI holding a valid Certificate of Practice can sign a Net Worth Certificate with UDIN for US embassy submission.

Timeline: Draft within 4 working hours; final UDIN-stamped certificate within 24 hours; same-day scan dispatch plus physical courier across India.

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Net Worth Certificate for US Visa - Overview

📌 TL;DR - Net Worth Certificate for US Visa Services at a Glance

A Net Worth Certificate for US Visa is a Chartered Accountant-issued document showing the applicant or sponsor total assets minus liabilities in both INR and USD, signed under UDIN. It supports F-1 student, H-1B work, B-1/B-2 visitor, and EB-5 investor visa applications by demonstrating financial capacity and ties to India under INA Section 214(b).

Parameter	Value
Governing Authority	ICAI UDIN system + US Department of State (travel.state.gov visa categories)
Applicable To	Indian residents applying for F-1, H-1B, B-1/B-2, EB-5, J-1, and family-based US visas
Timeline	Draft in 4 working hours; final certificate in 24 hours
Cost	Starting from INR 1,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges) - Patron Accounting Professional Fees
Validity	3 months from date of issue (US consular practice)
Format / Currency	Dual currency: INR + USD using RBI / FBIL reference rate on certificate date
Mandatory Authentication	18-digit UDIN generated at udin.icai.org under ICAI mandate dated 1 February 2019

A Net Worth Certificate for US Visa is the financial backbone of most US visa applications filed from India. It tells the US Consular Officer two things in one document: that you (or your sponsor) have the resources to fund the stated US trip without becoming a public charge, and that your assets are anchored in India - which supports the Section 214(b) presumption of non-immigrant intent. While the US Department of State does not publish a single mandatory format, US embassies and consulates in India routinely accept the standard CA-certified format: a structured asset and liability statement on CA letterhead, dual-currency (INR + USD) at the Reserve Bank of India reference rate, a UDIN generated on the ICAI portal, and a clear purpose line stating the visa category.

This page is the US-specific version of our general visa net worth service. It is designed for applicants who have already received an I-20 (F-1), an H-1B approval notice (I-797), a B-1/B-2 interview slot, or who are documenting source of funds for EB-5. Patron Accounting CAs prepare the certificate aligned to your Cost of Attendance on the I-20, to the wage levels on your H-1B petition, or to the ties-to-home assessment that B-1/B-2 officers run during the interview. The Patron Accounting Professional Fees start from INR 1,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges).

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What Is a Net Worth Certificate for US Visa

Definition: A Net Worth Certificate for US Visa is a Chartered Accountant-issued document, signed under UDIN, certifying the applicant or sponsor total assets minus liabilities in INR and USD for submission to the US embassy.

Structurally, the certificate is a one to two page statement on the CA letterhead listing every material asset (bank balances, fixed deposits, mutual funds, equity shares, immovable property at conservative fair value, gold, business interests, receivables) and every material liability (home loans, personal loans, education loans, credit card outstandings, business borrowings). The net worth is the arithmetic difference, expressed in INR and converted to USD at the Reserve Bank of India reference rate on the certificate date.

For US visa use, three additional features are non-negotiable: a purpose statement naming the visa category (for example, "This certificate is issued for the F-1 student visa application of Mr. X at the US Embassy, New Delhi"); a UDIN generated on the ICAI portal at udin.icai.org; and the CA membership number plus firm registration number. A certificate without UDIN is treated by US consulates as unverified.

Key Terms for Net Worth Certificate for US Visa:

UDIN: 18-digit Unique Document Identification Number generated on the ICAI portal. Mandatory on every CA certificate since 1 February 2019.
Dual Currency Format: Net worth shown in both INR and USD using the Reserve Bank of India reference rate on the certificate date.
Cost of Attendance (COA): Total annual cost (tuition + fees + room and board + miscellaneous) stated on Form I-20 by the SEVP-approved US school.
Section 214(b) of INA: Presumption that every non-immigrant visa applicant is an intending immigrant unless rebutted with evidence of strong ties to India.
Form I-134 / I-864 (Affidavit of Support): US sponsor undertaking; a CA-certified net worth of the Indian sponsor complements (not replaces) the US sponsor I-134.

UDIN Authenticated INR + USD Dual Currency

Who Needs a Net Worth Certificate for US Visa

US Visa Category	Why a Net Worth Certificate Matters	Whose Net Worth
F-1 Student Visa	Demonstrates that the COA on Form I-20 is funded for the first year and that liquid plus immovable assets can cover the program duration.	Self + parent/sponsor (combined or separate)
H-1B Work Visa	Supports the visa stamping interview when the applicant maintains substantial Indian assets - reinforces ties to India and rebuts Section 214(b).	Self (primary applicant)
B-1 / B-2 Visitor or Business Visa	Strengthens the financial capacity narrative and the ties-to-home-country argument that B-1/B-2 officers weigh during the interview.	Self (with family/business assets included where applicable)
EB-5 Investor Visa	Establishes source and legitimacy of the USD 800,000 minimum investment funds (per US Citizenship and Immigration Services standards).	Self - with documented asset trail
J-1 Exchange Visitor	Shows that the program sponsor or self-funded applicant has resources for the duration of the exchange.	Self / sponsor
F-2 / H-4 Dependents	Documents the principal applicant ability to support dependents during the US stay.	Principal applicant + sponsor

Financial Thresholds You Should Know (US-Specific)

F-1 SEVIS Fee: USD 350 - paid online at fmjfee.com before the embassy interview.
F-1 MRV Visa Application Fee: USD 185 (US Department of State non-immigrant visa fee).
F-1 COA Coverage Expectation: First-year COA stated on I-20; consular officers prefer to see net worth comfortably exceeding the I-20 figure (typically USD 40,000 to USD 110,000+ per year depending on program).
EB-5 Investment Minimum: USD 800,000 in a Targeted Employment Area or USD 1,050,000 outside one (per US Department of State and US Citizenship and Immigration Services guidance).
B-1/B-2: No statutory minimum - but liquid assets should comfortably cover the planned US trip cost (typically USD 5,000 to USD 15,000 for tourism, higher for medical or business).

Patron Accounting Net Worth Certificate Services for US Visa

Service	What We Do
Individual Applicant Net Worth Certificate	CA letterhead, dual currency INR + USD, UDIN-authenticated, US-visa-category-specific purpose line.
Sponsor + Applicant Combined Certificate	Single document showing the parent or sponsor net worth and the F-1 applicant net worth separately, both reconciled to total family net worth - the format US officers find easiest to read.
Source-of-Funds Documentation for EB-5	Multi-year asset trail, ITR cross-reference, gift deed verification, and conservative valuation supporting the USD 800,000 / 1,050,000 investment.
Same-Day Express Issuance	Draft in 4 working hours, final UDIN-stamped certificate the same day where complete documents are received before noon.
Embassy-Aligned Format Customisation	Purpose statement aligned to US Embassy New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, or Kolkata jurisdiction, plus consul-friendly USD conversion footnote citing the RBI reference rate.
Free Verification Support	If your visa consultant or the US consulate seeks clarification post-issuance, Patron Accounting CAs respond to the verification email within one working day.

Our Process

How Patron Accounting Issues Your Net Worth Certificate for US Visa

A documented seven-step process - from engagement to embassy submission - so your certificate lands in the US embassy interview folder with UDIN, dual currency, and a US-visa-category-specific purpose line.

Step 1

Engagement and Visa Category Confirmation

You share your visa category (F-1, H-1B, B-1/B-2, EB-5, J-1), embassy jurisdiction (New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata), and interview / submission deadline. Patron CA confirms scope and Patron Accounting Professional Fees - Starting from INR 1,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges).

Visa Category Locked

Step 2

Document Submission

You upload PAN, Aadhaar, passport, visa-specific form (I-20 for F-1, I-797 for H-1B, DS-160 confirmation for B-1/B-2), last 3 years ITRs and computation of income, bank statements (last 6 months), FD certificates, mutual fund and demat statements, property registration documents with conservative current market valuation, vehicle RC, gold and jewellery valuation (if material), plus loan statements and credit card outstandings.

Documents Collected

Step 3

Verification and Valuation

The Patron CA cross-checks bank totals against ITR computation of income, applies conservative market value to immovable property (using sub-registrar circle rates or recent comparable sales), and converts INR to USD at the RBI reference rate on the certificate date (sourced from rbi.org.in or FBIL).

Verified and Valued

Step 4

Draft Certificate

The CA prepares a draft on Patron Accounting LLP letterhead showing applicant details, purpose statement naming the US visa category, itemised asset schedule, itemised liability schedule, net worth in INR and USD, certification statement, CA signature space, seal, membership number, firm registration number, and UDIN placeholder. Draft is shared with you within 4 working hours.

Draft Shared in 4 hrs

Step 5

Your Review and Approval

You and (if used) your visa consultant verify names, passport number, visa purpose line, asset descriptions, USD conversion, and any specific embassy formatting note. Corrections are folded in within 2 working hours.

Approved by You

Step 6

UDIN Generation and Final Certification

After your approval the CA generates an 18-digit UDIN at udin.icai.org (document type Certificate, purpose Net Worth Certificate for US Visa), signs and seals the final certificate, and stamps the UDIN on the document face. The certificate is scanned and emailed instantly; the original is dispatched by courier the same or next working day.

UDIN Stamped

Step 7

Embassy Submission and Post-Issuance Support

You submit the certificate as part of your US embassy interview document pack (typically in the Financial section of your folder behind the I-20 / I-797 / DS-160 set). If the US consular officer or your consultant raises any follow-up query, Patron Accounting CAs respond to a verification request within one working day.

Embassy Ready

Document Checklist for Your Net Worth Certificate for US Visa

Identity and Visa Documents

PAN card (mandatory)
Aadhaar card
Passport - front, back, and US visa stamping pages (if any)
For F-1: Form I-20 issued by SEVP-approved school showing COA
For H-1B: Form I-797 (approval notice) or LCA reference
For B-1/B-2: DS-160 confirmation page + interview appointment letter
For EB-5: Regional centre or direct investment documentation

Income Documents

Income Tax Returns (ITR-V) of last 3 financial years
Computation of income for last 3 financial years
Form 16 (if salaried)
26AS / AIS / TIS download from incometax.gov.in

Movable Assets

Bank statements - savings and current accounts - last 6 months
Fixed Deposit certificates with maturity values
Demat holding statement (NSDL / CDSL)
Mutual fund consolidated account statement (CAMS / KFinTech)
Insurance policy paid-up / surrender value statements
Gold and jewellery valuation report (for material amounts)
Vehicle RC with current market valuation

Immovable Assets

Property sale deed / registry copy
Property tax receipt and current circle rate or registered valuer report
Agricultural land documents (7/12 extract or equivalent)

Liabilities

Home loan statement - latest outstanding balance
Education loan statement (especially relevant where the same loan funds the US program)
Personal and car loan statements
Credit card outstanding statement (latest)
Business borrowings / overdraft confirmation

Common Challenges and Patron Accounting Solutions

Challenge	Impact	How Patron Accounting Solves It
Single-currency INR-only certificate gets flagged at the US embassy or by the school FAO.	Delays, request for re-issue, possible interview slot loss.	Every Patron certificate is issued in dual currency (INR + USD) using the RBI reference rate on certificate date, with a clear conversion footnote.
Sponsor net worth needs to be shown separately from the F-1 applicant own assets - merging looks like double-counting.	Consular officer flags inconsistency; weakens financial narrative.	We issue a combined-format certificate with two clearly bifurcated sections: Applicant net worth + Sponsor net worth, reconciled to total family net worth.
I-20 COA figure is in USD and the family ITR-supported assets are in INR - mismatched units confuse consular officers.	Officer cannot quickly confirm coverage of COA from the certificate.	Patron certificates carry an explicit COA Coverage footnote translating I-20 USD COA into INR-equivalent and confirming the applicant family net worth comfortably exceeds it.
Inflated property valuations trigger Section 214(b) suspicion.	Visa refusal under INA Section 214(b) presumption of immigrant intent.	Patron CAs use conservative valuations sourced from sub-registrar circle rates or recent comparable sales - defensible if the consular officer probes.

Patron Accounting Professional Fees

Fee Component	Amount
Patron Accounting Professional Fees	INR 1,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges)
Net Worth Certificate for US Visa - individual applicant (F-1 / H-1B / B-1/B-2)	Starting from INR 1,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges)
Net Worth Certificate for US Visa - sponsor + applicant combined (most F-1 cases)	Starting from INR 2,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges)
Net Worth Certificate for EB-5 with source-of-funds documentation	Quoted on review of documents (typically INR 9,999 onwards)
Same-day express issuance (subject to noon document cut-off)	Add-on of INR 999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges)
US SEVIS Fee (F-1, paid at fmjfee.com)	USD 350 (paid directly by applicant)
US MRV Non-Immigrant Visa Application Fee	USD 185 (paid directly by applicant via US Department of State channel)

All fees and charges listed are indicative only and do not constitute a binding offer. Final amounts may vary depending on the volume of work and the complexity involved.

Professional service charges for drafting, filing, and representation are separate from the statutory fees. The exact fee depends on the complexity of the case, disputed amount, and number of hearings required. Contact us for a detailed quote.

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Time Taken to Issue Your Net Worth Certificate

Stage	Estimated Timeline
Document checklist review and engagement	Same day (within 2 working hours of enquiry)
Draft certificate	Within 4 working hours of complete document receipt
Your review and corrections	Driven by your timeline - typically same day
UDIN generation and final certification	Within 2 working hours of your approval
Scanned PDF delivery	Instant - emailed immediately after final signing
Physical original courier delivery	1 to 3 working days (PAN-India)
Total elapsed time (standard track)	24 hours from document receipt to final scan

⚡ Express Track Available: Where your US embassy interview is within 48 hours and all documents reach Patron Accounting before noon, the certificate is issued the same day with UDIN stamped, courier dispatched, and scanned PDF emailed before close of business. Express add-on of INR 999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges) applies.

Key Benefits

Why Use a CA Firm for Your US Visa Net Worth Certificate

UDIN-Authenticated, Embassy-Verifiable

UDIN is non-negotiable for US consular acceptance - only practicing CAs can generate it on the ICAI portal. Every Patron certificate carries an 18-digit UDIN online-verifiable at udin.icai.org.

US-Visa-Specific Format

Purpose statement names the visa category (F-1, H-1B, B-1/B-2, EB-5) and embassy jurisdiction - reduces follow-up queries from the consular officer or the school Financial Aid Office.

Conservative, Defensible Valuations

Property and asset valuations are sourced from sub-registrar circle rates or recent comparable sales - protecting against Section 214(b) inflation flags during the interview.

Family / Sponsor Bifurcation

Applicant and sponsor schedules are rendered separately and reconciled to total family net worth - the format US officers and US school FAOs find easiest to read.

Embassy Verification Follow-Up

Patron Accounting CAs are reachable for embassy verification follow-up within one working day - critical when a consular officer or school FAO seeks post-issuance clarification.

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With offices in Pune, Mumbai, Delhi, and Gurugram, Patron Accounting serves Indian US-visa applicants across India - both in-person and remotely. We have issued 500+ visa net worth certificates for US, Canada, UK, Australia, and Schengen visa applicants since 2015, and we are trusted by large groups including Hyundai, Asian Paints, and Bridgestone for finance and compliance support.

DIY vs Patron Accounting - US Visa Net Worth Certificate

Parameter	DIY / Online Vendor	Patron Accounting
UDIN authentication	Often missing or generic Certificate UDIN	18-digit UDIN with purpose "Net Worth Certificate for US Visa"
US-visa-specific purpose line	Generic "for visa purpose"	Names the visa category (F-1, H-1B, B-1/B-2, EB-5) and embassy jurisdiction
Dual currency at correct rate	Random exchange rate, no source cited	RBI reference rate on certificate date, source footnoted
Sponsor + applicant bifurcation	Single merged net worth	Two clearly separated schedules reconciled to total family net worth
I-20 COA cross-reference	Not addressed	Explicit COA coverage footnote translating USD I-20 figure into INR equivalent
Conservative valuations	Often inflated, raising Section 214(b) flags	Sub-registrar circle rate or comparable-sale-based valuation - defensible if probed
Embassy verification support	No follow-up channel	CA responds to verification email within one working day
Indicative cost	INR 500 to INR 3,000 (variable quality)	Starting from INR 1,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges) - CA-signed, UDIN-authenticated

Related Services from Patron Accounting

Adjacent services US visa applicants and sponsors commonly use:

Net Worth Certificate for Visa - the general multi-country visa net worth certificate (Canada, UK, Australia, Schengen).
Net Worth Certificate - for purposes beyond visa (bank loan, tender, DEMAT, franchise).
Net Worth Certificate for Joint Owners - where the F-1 applicant property is jointly held with parents.
Net Worth Certificate for Sole Proprietorship - where the sponsor runs an unincorporated business.
ITR for Salaries - last 3 years sponsor ITRs are a routine attachment to the net worth pack.
Net Worth Certificate for Students - student-focused variant for school admissions and education loans.

Legal and Regulatory Framework

Authority / Rule	What It Governs	Effective Date / Reference
ICAI UDIN Mandate (Council Decision 17 December 2018)	Mandatory UDIN on every CA-signed certificate, including Net Worth Certificate.	Phased rollout from 1 February 2019; all certificates from 1 July 2019
Companies Act, 2013 - Section 2(57)	Statutory net worth definition (paid-up share capital + reserves - accumulated losses - deferred expenditure) - relevant where the sponsor entity is a company or LLP.	In force from 1 April 2014
Immigration and Nationality Act (US), Section 214(b)	Presumption of immigrant intent on every non-immigrant visa applicant; net worth in Indian immovable assets supports the rebuttal.	US statute - actively applied by consular officers
EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act, 2022	EB-5 investment minimum of USD 800,000 (TEA) / USD 1,050,000 (otherwise).	Effective 15 March 2022 (US)
ICAI Handbook on Certificates (Latest Edition)	Recommended formats and professional standards for CA certificates including net worth.	Published and revised by ICAI - October 2025 edition referenced

Penalty Note: A net worth certificate issued without UDIN is not a valid CA-attested document; embassies and FAOs treat it as unverified. The issuing CA may face disciplinary proceedings under the ICAI Disciplinary Directorate. Always verify UDIN at udin.icai.org before submission.

External authoritative references: ICAI UDIN portal, ICAI member directory, US Department of State, Reserve Bank of India.

Is a Net Worth Certificate mandatory for a US visa?

The US Department of State does not list a Net Worth Certificate as a mandatory document for most non-immigrant visas. However, US consular officers actively evaluate the applicant financial capacity and ties to India under Section 214(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. A CA-certified Net Worth Certificate with UDIN, in dual currency (INR + USD), significantly strengthens both arguments and is therefore recommended for F-1, H-1B, B-1/B-2, and EB-5 applications.

Who can issue a Net Worth Certificate for a US visa from India?

Only a practicing Chartered Accountant registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) holding a valid Certificate of Practice can issue a Net Worth Certificate with a UDIN. Company Secretaries, Cost Accountants, registered valuers, and non-practicing CAs cannot issue this certificate. The CA generates an 18-digit UDIN at udin.icai.org and stamps it on the certificate for online verification by the US embassy.

What is the cost of a Net Worth Certificate for US Visa in India?

Patron Accounting Professional Fees start from INR 1,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges) for an individual US visa applicant and from INR 2,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges) for a sponsor + applicant combined certificate, which is the most common F-1 scenario. EB-5 source-of-funds documentation is quoted on review of documents. Same-day express issuance is available for an add-on of INR 999.

Can I include my parents assets in my F-1 visa net worth certificate?

Yes. For F-1 student visas the standard format includes the applicant own net worth and the sponsoring parent or family net worth, presented in two separate schedules and then reconciled to total family net worth. This is the format US consular officers and US school Financial Aid Offices find easiest to read. Parents own the assets they certify; the applicant own modest assets are listed separately.

What is the difference between this page and the general Net Worth Certificate for Visa page?

The general Net Worth Certificate for Visa page covers all destination countries (Canada, UK, Australia, Schengen, and others) in dual currency format. This US-specific page is tailored to US visa categories (F-1, H-1B, B-1/B-2, EB-5, J-1), uses USD as the second currency at the RBI reference rate, references the I-20 Cost of Attendance for F-1, addresses INA Section 214(b) framing, and aligns the purpose statement to the US embassy jurisdiction (New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, or Kolkata).

How long is a Net Worth Certificate valid for a US visa application?

US embassies and consulates in India generally accept Net Worth Certificates dated within 3 months of the visa interview. A certificate older than 3 months reflects stale financial data and may be questioned by the consular officer. Patron Accounting recommends generating the certificate 2 to 3 weeks before the interview date so that the figures are current and there is buffer for any corrections.

Do I need a US sponsor Affidavit of Support (I-134 / I-864) in addition to the Indian CA net worth certificate?

They are different documents and complement each other. Form I-134 (Declaration of Financial Support) or I-864 (Affidavit of Support) is signed by a US-based sponsor with US-based assets. The CA-certified Net Worth Certificate from India shows the Indian sponsor and applicant assets. For most F-1 and B-1/B-2 cases the Indian CA certificate is the primary financial document. Where a US-based sponsor exists, both documents are submitted together.

Quick Answers

What is a Net Worth Certificate for US Visa? A CA-issued document showing the applicant or sponsor total assets minus liabilities in INR and USD, signed under UDIN, used for F-1, H-1B, B-1/B-2, and EB-5 US visa applications.
Who issues it in India? A practicing Chartered Accountant registered with ICAI holding a valid Certificate of Practice.
What does it cost? Patron Accounting Professional Fees start from INR 1,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges).
How long does it take? Draft in 4 working hours, final UDIN-stamped certificate within 24 hours.
What currency? Dual: INR + USD at the Reserve Bank of India reference rate on the certificate date.
Validity? 3 months from issue date for US visa purposes.
Verification? UDIN is verifiable at udin.icai.org.

Urgency and Deadlines for US Visa Net Worth Certificates

Three timing realities matter for US visa applicants:

Interview Slot Confirmation: US embassy interview slots in India can open and close within hours during peak Fall intake (May to August). Once your slot is confirmed, you typically have 2 to 6 weeks to assemble the financial pack.
Certificate Freshness: A Net Worth Certificate older than 3 months is treated as stale. Issuing too early can backfire.
UDIN Generation: UDIN must be generated by the CA within 60 days of signing the certificate, per current ICAI mandate. Patron CAs generate UDIN at the time of signing - same day.

Action nudge: Lock the certificate issue date to within 2 to 3 weeks of your US embassy interview slot. Engage Patron Accounting at least 5 working days before that target date so document collection, draft, your review, and UDIN generation are unhurried.

Get Your US Visa Net Worth Certificate - CA-Signed, UDIN-Stamped, Embassy-Ready

A Net Worth Certificate for US Visa is not just a piece of paper - it is the most concise, embassy-ready snapshot of your or your family ability to fund the US trip and your anchor to India. The US consular officer will spend less than a minute on it. That minute should give them, in INR and USD, the comfort that you can cover the COA, the SEVIS and MRV fees, and the cost of living in the US, and that your immovable Indian assets reduce any flight-risk concern under Section 214(b).

Patron Accounting LLP - a practicing CA firm with 15+ years of cross-border documentation experience and 500+ visa net worth certificates issued - prepares the certificate in the format the US embassy expects, with UDIN, in dual currency, and aligned to your visa category. Patron Accounting Professional Fees start from INR 1,999 (Exl GST and Govt. Charges).

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Content Created: 17 June 2026 | Last Updated: | Next Review: 17 December 2026 | Reviewed By: CA & CS Team, Patron Accounting LLP

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