Visa Details

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1. Non-Immigrant Visas

These are for temporary visits to the U.S., such as for tourism, business, education, or temporary work.

• B-1/B-2 (Visitor Visas): For people visiting for tourism, business meetings, or medical treatment.
• F-1 (Student Visa): For students enrolled in an academic program.
• H-1B (Specialty Worker Visa): For professionals in specialized fields (e.g., IT, engineering).
• J-1 (Exchange Visitor Visa): For individuals participating in exchange programs (e.g., research scholars, interns).
• L-1 (Intracompany Transferee): For employees of multinational companies transferring to the U.S. branch.
• O-1 (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability): For people with exceptional skills in fields like arts, science, or business.
• E-2 (Investor Visa): For individuals investing a significant amount of capital in a U.S. business.

2. Immigrant Visas

These are for people who intend to live permanently in the U.S.

• Family-Based Immigration: For family members of U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
• Employment-Based Immigration: For individuals with certain skills who are sponsored by a U.S. employer.
• Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery: For individuals from countries with low immigration rates to the U.S.
• K-1 (Fiancé Visa): For individuals coming to the U.S. to marry a U.S. citizen.

3. Visa Waiver Program (VWP)

Some countries participate in the Visa Waiver Program, which allows citizens to travel to the U.S. without obtaining a visa for tourism or business visits lasting 90 days or less.

U.S. Visa Process Overview:

1. Application: Apply through the U.S. Department of State's website and complete the DS-160 form.
2. Appointment and Interview: Schedule an appointment at the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. You'll have an interview where consular officers will assess your eligibility.
3. Biometrics: Some visa types require fingerprinting and photo-taking as part of the process.
4. Approval: If approved, the visa will be stamped in your passport.
5. Entry: After obtaining a visa, you can enter the U.S., but the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer at the port of entry will make the final determination.