B-2 CONSULAR
Visa used for those seeking to come to the United States temporarily for pleasure of for certain limited types of business, such as meetings with clients or business partners; signing of contracts; purchasing materials or goods; attending a conference; etc.
B-2 EXTENSION
Visa used for those seeking to come to the United States temporarily for pleasure of for certain limited types of business, such as meetings with clients or business partners; signing of contracts; purchasing materials or goods; attending a conference; etc.
E-2 CONSULAR
Investor visa based available to certain individuals from countries who have navigation treaties with the United States. It is often given for 5 years, with the possibility of indefinite renewals, as long as the business is active and the beneficiary otherwise qualifies. This is an excellent visa for entrepreneurs, exporters, investors or employees who are citizens of one of the treaty countries and who wish to establish a business in the United States, or work in certain authorized companies. If applied in the United States, the E-1/E-2 visa can be done via Premium Processing. Otherwise, the whole process is done with the U.S. Consulate abroad, which is highly experienced in analyzing these types of treaty-based cases.
F-1 CHANGE OF STATUS
Student visa, available to those who wish to pursue a course of studies in the United States. Individuals who qualify for the student visa have to attend a school authorized by the Department of Homeland Security, which can range from language schools to universities. Individuals may pursue the student visa abroad or through a change of status, if they are already in the United States.
F-1 CONSULAR
Student visa, available to those who wish to pursue a course of studies in the United States. Individuals who qualify for the student visa have to attend a school authorized by the Department of Homeland Security, which can range from language schools to universities. Individuals may pursue the student visa abroad or through a change of status, if they are already in the United States.
H-1B REGISTRATION
A temporary visa used by U.S. companies o temporarily employ foreign workers, who have a bachelor’s degree or a higher degree, in a specialty occupation that requires theoretical or technical expertise in a certain field, such as science, engineering, or computer programming. The H-1B classification has an annual numerical limit (cap) of 65,000 each fiscal year. There are additional 20,000 visas available to beneficiaries with a master’s degree or higher from a U.S. institution of higher education, and certain categories that are completely exempt from this numerical cap: H-1B workers who are petitioned for or employed at an institution of higher education or its affiliated or related nonprofit entities, a nonprofit research organization or a government research organization. The H-1B visa usually can be done through Premium Processing (USCIS advises employers yearly of this availability).
H-1B PETITION
A temporary visa used by U.S. companies o temporarily employ foreign workers, who have a bachelor’s degree or a higher degree, in a specialty occupation that requires theoretical or technical expertise in a certain field, such as science, engineering, or computer programming. The H-1B classification has an annual numerical limit (cap) of 65,000 each fiscal year. There are additional 20,000 visas available to beneficiaries with a master’s degree or higher from a U.S. institution of higher education, and certain categories that are completely exempt from this numerical cap: H-1B workers who are petitioned for or employed at an institution of higher education or its affiliated or related nonprofit entities, a nonprofit research organization or a government research organization. The H-1B visa usually can be done through Premium Processing (USCIS advises employers yearly of this availability).
I CONSULAR
Media (I) visas are for foreign media representatives traveling temporarily to the U.S. for their profession. They can only engage in informational or educational activities for a media organization based outside the U.S. These activities must be related to news-gathering and reporting on current events.
I-129F PETITION
Form I-129F (“Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)”) is the first step towards a K-1 visa for the fiancé of a U.S. citizen, or a K-3 visa for the spouse of a U.S. citizen (note the K-3 visa is rarely issued). If you’re engaged to a U.S. citizen, you can use the K-1 visa to enter the U.S. if you plan on getting married within 90 days of your arrival.
K-1 APPLICATION
The K-1 visa allows fiancées of U.S. citizens to obtain a visa to the United States, so that he or she can come and marry their loved one within 90 days of their arrival in the country. The first part of the process is done directly by the U.S. citizen in the United States, and once approved the fiancée must attend a consular interview.
L-1 PETITION
The L-1 visa allows organizations in the United States to bring for a temporary period certain executives or managers from affiliated companies abroad. This is known as the intercompany transfer visa, and it is an excellent option for multi-nationals to bring talent to the United States. This visa is a dual-intent visa, which allows the beneficiary to eventually pursue permanent residency without compromising their temporary visa status. The L-1 visa can be done through Premium Processing.
O-1 PETITION
The O-1 visa is for certain individuals of extraordinary ability in the fields of business, sports, arts, education or sciences. This visa requires a U.S. sponsor in the United States, which can be an employer or an agent. This is an excellent visa for those who wish to bring top talent to the United States, be it for a series of performances, or a temporary position at a U.S. company. This case is highly personalized and requires robust evidentiary documentation. The O-1 visa can be done through Premium Processing.
P-1 PETITION
The P visas are available to certain athletes and entertainers who are coming to the United States to compete and to perform. The P-1A visa can be ideal for individual athlete or team at an internationally recognized level of performance, or certain coaches as part of a team or franchise in the U.S. In the arts, the P-1B is used by members of internationally recognized Entertainment group; the P2 for individual performers or group in reciprocal exchange programs, and the P-3 for those with culturally unique performances.
R-1 PETITION
This visa is available for non-profit religious organizations in the U.S. who wish to employ temporarily qualified individuals in religious occupations, or as ministers or those with a religious vocation. If the religious organization already filed an R-1 visa in the past, Premium Processing may be available.
