Conditions for Both Nonimmigrant and Immigrant VisasU.S. visas go into two categories: nonimmigrant and immigrant. Foreign people who want to settle permanently in the US are granted immigrant visas. Foreign nationals seeking temporary entry into the United States for tourist, medical treatment, business, research, or other comparable purposes must apply for nonimmigrant visas.Visa for ImmigrantsA foreign national who wants to live and work in the United States permanently is granted an immigrant visa. Most of the time, the person is sponsored by a family member or employer who applies to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Some candidates may file a petition on their own behalf, including investors, workers with exceptional abilities, and select unique immigrants. The application is then sent, if qualified, to the relevant American Consulate or Embassy abroad for further processing and the issuing of an immigrant visa to the intended immigrant. Before the immigrant visa expires, the intended immigrant must show the immigrant visa at a U.S. port of entry. After the immigrant visa and related documentation are examined and approved by a CBP Officer, the prospective immigrant becomes a lawful permanent resident. The USCIS or
Department of State websites have detailed information on the various categories and conditions of immigrant visas.
Visa Non-ImmigrantForeign nationals wishing to travel, do business, receive medical care, or engage in specific temporary employment are granted nonimmigrant visas. Immigration law specifies the kind of nonimmigrant visa that is required and links it to the intended purpose of travel. A person typically applies directly for a tourist (B-2) or business nonimmigrant (B-1) visa to the American consulate or embassy abroad. Before submitting an application for a nonimmigrant visa, foreign people who wish to work or study in the United States may need to get specific permits and paperwork. See the US Department of State or USCIS websites for an alphabetical list of all the nonimmigrant visa classifications and their corresponding requirements.Having a visa does not ensure that you can enter the US. A visa just certifies that the applicant is authorized to enter the nation for the specified reason after a U.S. consular officer has examined the application at an American embassy or consulate. The person will be inspected by the CBP officer at the port of entry to see if they meet the requirements of US immigration law for admittance.Travel without a visaAccording to US policy, nationals of the following countries are able to enter the country visa-free. Under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), nationals of specific countries can request to be admitted as nonimmigrant visitors to the United States for up to 90 days for business or pleasure without first obtaining a U.S. nonimmigrant visa.
When submitting an application for admission, a VWP candidate needs to.
possess a round-trip ticket that will take them from the United States to any other foreign port or location, provided that the trip does not end in contiguous territory or an; however, if the person is a resident of the destination country or if they arrive at a land border, they may be transported there provided they can show proof of their financial stability and that they intend to return to their home country;be traveling by approved carrier who, if applicable, is a signatory to a Visa Waiver Program Agreement;possess a machine-readable passport that is good for an additional six months after the planned stay, or around nine months (six months plus ninety days). Visit the Department of State website to view the 6-month list that extends the validity of some foreign passports. (A visitor is not permitted to enter the VWP if their passport has expired); and,Fill out Form I-94W, Arrival/Departure. When landing at a land border, travelers must pay the processing fee for Form I-94W.Furthermore, VWP visitors are not permitted to stay longer than ninety days or apply to change their status to that of an immigrant or another nonimmigrant classification. Applicants under the VWP forfeit their right
to appear before an immigration judge unless they file for asylum.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Visa Waiver ProgramVisit the Department of State website for more details on the Visa Waiver Program.Conditions for Both Nonimmigrant and Immigrant VisasU.S. visas go into two categories: nonimmigrant and immigrant. Foreign people who want to settle permanently in the US are granted immigrant visas. Foreign nationals seeking temporary entry into the United States for tourist, medical treatment, business, research, or other comparable purposes must apply for nonimmigrant visas.Visa for ImmigrantsA foreign national who wants to live and work in the United States permanently is granted an immigrant visa. Most of the time, the person is sponsored by a family member or employer who applies to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Some candidates, such as employees with exceptional
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