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[B-1/B-2 Visas]
Visitor for Business/Tourism Visa
The B1/B2 visa is a non-immigrant visa for individuals traveling to the U.S. temporarily for business (B1) or tourism (B2). B1 activities include attending conferences, negotiating contracts, or participating in short-term training. B2 is used for leisure, visiting family, or medical treatment. Applicants must show they intend to stay temporarily, have sufficient funds, and maintain strong ties to their home country to ensure return after the visit.
[E-1/E-2 Visas]
Treaty Traders/Treaty Investors
The E-1 visa is for individuals or companies engaged in substantial trade between the United States and a treaty country. The E-2 visa is for nationals of treaty countries who invest a significant amount of capital in a U.S. business. Both visas require the applicant to be a national of a treaty country. These are nonimmigrant visas and can be renewed indefinitely as long as the qualifying trade or investment continues. In addition to treaty traders and investors, these visas are also
available to their employees who share the same nationality and work in executive, supervisory, or essential roles.
[E-3 Visas]
Specialty Occupation Workers from Australia
The E-3 visa is a nonimmigrant visa exclusively available to Australian nationals who seek to work in the United States in a specialty occupation. A specialty occupation requires theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge and typically a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field. The E-3 visa is similar to the H-1B visa but is only available to Australian citizens. The visa is renewable in two-year increments indefinitely, as long as the individual continues to meet the eligibility requirements.
[F/M Visas]
Student Visa for Academic or Vocational Studies
The F and M visas are for foreign students pursuing education in the U.S. The F visa is for academic programs, such as universities or language training schools, while the M visa is for vocational or technical training. Applicants must be accepted by a U.S. school certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) and show proof of financial support as well as intent to return their home countries upon completion of their studies in the U.S. These visas allow students to live and study in the U.S., and in some cases, engage in limited on-campus or practical training.
[H-1B Visas]
Specialty Occupation Temporary Workers
The H-1B visa is primarily used for foreign workers in specialty occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise in fields such as IT, engineering, healthcare, finance, and the arts. It allows U.S. employers to temporarily hire foreign professionals and typically requires a job offer and at least a bachelor’s degree in a specific field. There is an annual cap of 65,000 H-1B visas, with an additional 20,000 available for individuals who hold a U.S. master’s degree or higher. It is a temporary nonimmigrant visa valid for up to six years, with an initial stay of up to three years, and possible extensions thereafter. In limited circumstances, the six-year maximum period can be extended—such as when an employment-based green card application is in process while the individual maintains H-1B status.
[H-1B1 Visas]
Free Trade Agreement Professionals
Free trade agreements signed with Chile and Singapore permit qualified Chilean and Singaporean citizens to temporarily work in the United States in certain circumstances. Only Chilean and Singaporean citizens are eligible as principal applicants, although their spouses and children may be nationals of other countries.
[H-2A Visas]
Seasonal Agricultural Workers
The H-2A visa allows U.S. employers to bring foreign nationals to the United States to fill temporary or seasonal agricultural jobs when qualified U.S. workers are not available. This nonimmigrant visa is for individuals who seek to perform agricultural work on a temporary basis. A U.S. employer—or an association of U.S. agricultural producers acting as a joint employer—must file Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker, on the applicant’s behalf.
[H-2B Visas]
Temporary Non-Agricultural Worker
This visa is required if you are coming to the United States to perform a job which is temporary or seasonal in nature and for which there is a shortage of U.S. workers. Your employer is required to obtain a Department of Labor certification confirming that there are no qualified U.S. workers eligible for the type of employment on which your petition is based.
[H-3 Visas]
Trainee Visitor Visa
The H-3 visa is for individuals coming to the United States to receive training from a U.S. employer in a field other than graduate education or medical training, for a period of up to two years. Trainees may be paid, and hands-on work is permitted as part of the training. However, the program must not be designed primarily to provide productive employment, and the training must not be available in the applicant’s home country.
[I Visas]
Journalist Visa
The I visa is for foreign media representatives working on assignment in the U.S. for a recognized overseas news organization. This includes journalists, film crews, and other press members covering events or producing news content. Applicants must prove they are employed by a foreign media company and are engaged in informational or news-gathering activities. The I visa allows for an extended stay and may be renewed as long as the individual maintains their media role.
[J Visas]
Cultural Exchange Visa
The J visa is for individuals participating in approved cultural exchange programs, including students, interns, teachers, researchers, and medical trainees. These programs aim to promote mutual understanding between the U.S. and other countries. Applicants must be sponsored by an authorized program and meet specific criteria depending on the category. Some J visa holders may be subject to a two-year home-country physical presence requirement before applying for certain other U.S. visas.
[K Visas]
Fiancé and Spouse of US Citizen Visa
The K-1 and K-3 visas are nonimmigrant visas designed to help U.S. citizens reunite with their foreign fiancé(e)s or spouses in the United States. The K-1 visa allows a U.S. citizen to bring their foreign fiancé(e) to the U.S. for the purpose of marriage; the couple must marry within 90 days of the fiancé(e)'s entry, after which the foreign national can apply for adjustment of status to become a lawful permanent resident. The K-3 visa, on the other hand, is for foreign spouses of U.S. citizens who are awaiting immigrant visa processing. It allows the spouse to enter and live in the U.S. temporarily while their immigrant petition is pending. While both visas facilitate family reunification, the K-1 is used before marriage, and the K-3 is used after marriage.
[L Visas]
Intra-Company Transferees
The L visa allows multinational companies to transfer employees from a foreign office to a U.S. office. It is commonly used for executives and managers (L-1A) or employees with specialized knowledge (L-1B). To qualify, the employee must have worked for the company abroad for at least one continuous year within the past three years. The L visa facilitates global mobility within international organizations and supports the expansion of business operations in the United States.
[O Visas]
Individuals with Extraordinary Ability or Achievement
The O visa is for individuals with extraordinary ability or achievement in fields such as science, education, business, athletics, or the arts. Applicants must demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim through awards, publications, or a distinguished record of accomplishments. This visa is commonly used by artists, researchers, executives, and other professionals invited to the U.S. for specific projects or performances. It allows for temporary stay and work authorization and may be extended based on the duration of the engagement.
[P Visas]
Athletes/Entertainers Visa
The P visa is intended for internationally recognized athletes, entertainers, or members of entertainment groups coming to the U.S. for competitions, tours, or performances. Applicants must prove a high level of achievement and recognition in their field, often supported by awards, media coverage, or membership in prestigious organizations. This visa also applies to essential support personnel. P visa holders may travel with their team or group and can stay for the duration of the event or contract.
[Q Visas]
Participant in an International Cultural Exchange Program
The Q visa is designed for applicants who participate in an international cultural exchange program The program can be for cultural labor and training, or to share the history, culture, and traditions of the applicant’s home country.
[R Visas]
Religious Workers
The R visa is for religious workers seeking to enter the United States to work for a nonprofit religious organization. Applicants must have been a member of the religious denomination for at least two years prior to applying. The visa covers roles such as ministers, missionaries, and other religious vocations. It is a temporary nonimmigrant visa valid for up to five years, with an initial stay of up to two years and six months, and possible extensions thereafter.
[U Visas]
Victim of Criminal Activity
The U visa is designed for victims of certain crimes who have suffered substantial mental or physical abuse and are willing to assist law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution. Eligible crimes include domestic violence, trafficking, sexual assault, and more. It provides legal status in the U.S. and may lead to a green card after three years. Law enforcement certification is required as part of the application.
[T Visas]
Victim of Human Trafficking Visa
The T visa is for individuals who are victims of severe human trafficking, including sex or labor trafficking. Applicants must show they were trafficked into the U.S. and comply with reasonable law enforcement requests for assistance. This visa provides legal status and access to certain benefits and services. It also offers a path to permanent residency after three years.
[TN Visas]
Canadian and Mexican USMCA Professional Visa
The TN visa is a nonimmigrant visa available to citizens of Canada and Mexico under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), allowing them to work in the U.S. in certain professional occupations listed in the agreement. To qualify, applicants must have a job offer from a
U.S. employer in one of the designated fields and must meet the specific educational or licensing requirements for that occupation. Canadian citizens can apply directly at a U.S. port of entry without a visa, while Mexican citizens must obtain a TN visa at a U.S. consulate. The TN visa is initially valid for up to three years and can be extended in three-year increments indefinitely, as long as the employment remains temporary.
Visa Denial Appeal
If a visa application is denied, the applicant may request a reconsideration or submit a new application with additional evidence. In limited cases, a formal appeal may be filed, particularly if the denial involved legal or factual errors. Common reasons for denial include insufficient documentation, lack of ties to the home country, or prior immigration violations. Legal representation and timely response are crucial when pursuing a reconsideration or appeal.
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