As with all other nonimmigrant visas, visitor visas allow foreign nationals to enter the United States for a specified, temporary period of time and for a specific purpose, in this case for business (B-1) or pleasure (B-2), or a combination of both (B-1/B-2). A visitor on a B-1 visa may engage in a number of […]
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Visas for Diplomats and Foreign Government Officials (A-1 Visas)
While Heads of State (e.g. Presidents, Prime Ministers, etc.) qualify for an A visa regardless of their purpose in traveling to the United States, in order to be eligible for an A-1 or A-2 visa, a diplomat or foreign government official must be traveling to the United States on behalf of their national government for […]
Nonimmigrant vs. Immigrant Visas
Prior to entering the United States, foreign nationals must apply for and be granted a visa, either an immigrant visa or a nonimmigrant visa. The key difference between an immigrant visa and a nonimmigrant visa is the foreign national’s intent when entering the United States. Immigrant visas are issued to individuals who wish to live […]
