B-1/B-2 Visa for Tourists and Business

Generally, a citizen of a foreign country who wishes to enter the United States must first obtain a visa which are a nonimmigrant visa for a temporary stay, or an immigrant visa for permanent residence. 

A nonimmigrant visa is for persons who want to enter the United States temporarily for business (visa category B-1), for tourism (visa category B-2), or for a combination of both purposes (B-1/B-2). 

Qualification

People that are interested in tourism, vacation (holiday), visit with friend or relatives, medical treatment, participation in social events, participation by amateurs in musical, sports, or similar events (if not being paid for participating) and enrollment in a short course of study quali fies for the visa B-2. Spouses and children under the ages of 21 can accompany the principal Visa holder under the B-2 Visa.

You may qualify for a B-1 visa if you will be participating in business activities of a commercial or professional nature or for domestic work in the United States such as : 
  • Consulting with business associates 
  • Traveling for a scientific, educational, professional or business convention, or a conference on specific dates 
  • Settling an estate 
  • Negotiating a contract 
  • Participating in short-term training 
  • Deadheading
  • Domestic work performances: child care, household tasks, and/or upkeep of a home or surrounding yard on a regular basis in return for wages or other benefits.

Source: uscis.gov
Our immigration attorneys have extensive experience in immigration law and can guarantee you competent and effective legal representation in pursuing your lawful Non-Immigrant Visa. Schedule an appointment online (in person or phone call consultations) to learn more about how you can acquire your Non-Immigrant Visa B1 or B2 and visit the United States.

Questions

For any further questions you can contact our office by scheduling an appointment with us.

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