When coming to the USA, you should know the basic information about U.S. currency and the various bills in circulation. U.S. currency is produced at U.S. Treasury locations in Washington, D.C., and in Fort Worth, Texas.
All bills are the same size, irrespective of denomination.
Dimensions: Width 2.61 inches x length 6.14 inches.
Thickness: 0.0043 inches.
Paper: 25 percent linen, 75 percent cotton.
Red and blue synthetic fibers of various lengths are distributed evenly throughout the paper.
Although all denominations are the same size and the same green color, the amounts are clearly printed on the bills (currency notes are called bills in the U.S.). The designs are also similar. Pay careful attention when counting out paper money. It is easy to confuse the denominations and to make a mistake, giving a $10 bill, for example, when you intended to give a $1 bill.
4. Mandatory Documents (Essential Checklist)
All applicants must carry:
- Valid passport (current and previous, if applicable)
- DS-160 confirmation page (with barcode)
- Visa fee receipt
- Interview appointment confirmation
- Recent photograph (as per U.S. visa specifications)
5. Supporting Documents (Based on Profile)
There is no official fixed list. Documents should support the intent to return.
A. Financial Documents
- Bank statements (last 6 months)
- Income Tax Returns (last 3 years)
- Financial assets (e.g., fixed deposits, investments, insurance)
B. Employment and Business Documents
If Employed
- Employment letter (role, salary, leave approval)
- Payslips (last 3 months)
If Self-Employed
- Business registration documents
- Financial statements
- Partnership deed (if applicable)
C. Property and Assets
- Property ownership documents
- CA valuation report (optional)
- Loan documents (if applicable)
Strong assets strengthen your case.
D. Family and Social Ties
- Marriage certificate or children’s details
- Family photographs
- Proof of dependents
E. Travel History
- Old passports
- Previous visas and exit and entry stamps
- Proof of international travel
F. Sponsorship (If Applicable)
- Invitation letter
- Sponsor’s financial documents
- Proof of relationship
Even with sponsorship, applicants must demonstrate strong ties to the home country.
$1
George Washington
Great Seal of the United States
$2
Thomas Jefferson
The Declaration of Independence
$5
Abraham Lincoln
The Lincoln Memorial, Washington, D.C.
$10
Alexander Hamilton
U.S. Treasury
$20
Andrew Jackson
The White House, Washington, D.C.
$50
Ulysses S. Grant
U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C.
$100
Benjamin Franklin
Independence Hall, Philadelphia, PA
Federal Reserve Branches
There are 12 Federal Reserves in the United States. The serial number of the bill shows one of the following prefixes according to the Federal Reserve it is attached to.
| Prefix | Federal Reserve |
| A1 | Boston |
| B2 | New York City |
| C3 | Philadelphia |
| D4 | Cleveland |
| E5 | Richmond |
| F6 | Atlanta |
| G7 | Chicago |
| H8 | St. Louis |
| I9 | Minneapolis |
| J10 | Kansas City |
| K11 | Dallas |
| L12 | San Francisco |
