Differences between a B-1 and B-2 Visa? The J1 Visa or the Exchange Visitor…
Differences between a B-1 and B-2 Visa?
The J1 Visa or the Exchange Visitor Program is a temporary nonimmigrant visa that allows international applicants to participate in work and study based programs to travel and gain experience in the United States.
As for the J2 Visa holder, they go to the US to accompany the J1 Visa holder, meaning you can only get a J2 Visa issued if you are the child or spouse of the J1 Visa applicant.
How many B-1/B-2 Visa applications have been accepted?
Many Temporary Visitor for Business and Pleasure (B-1/B-2) Visas have been granted in recent years! The applicants for this were gradually going lower and lower but finally with the current situation it went lower than half.
Can a B-1/B-2 Visa holder apply for a Green Card?
Although a B-1/B-2 visa does not offer permanent residency, it does allow the holder to apply for a green card.
A B1/B2 visa can be extended for a maximum of 180 days. This visa allows you to visit the United States many times.
What if I need to stay more than 1 year in the U.S. with a B Visa?
If this is the case, you may be able to change your visa’s status.
However, if that has always been your intention, you must inform the consular officer during your interview.
If you never intended to change your visa status, you must be able to show that the cause for your desire for an extension happened while you were already in the US.
How long can I stay in the U.S. with a Visitor Visa?
Visitors with a US B-1/B-2 Visa are allowed to stay in the country for up to 180 days per entry.
You are not permitted to seek paid labor or employment during your visit because it is strictly limited to business or tourism.
What are the 5 steps to apply for a U.S. Business Visa (B-1)?
To apply for a Business Visa, you need to follow these steps:
1. Complete the Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application (DS-160 Form);
2. Pay the B-1 Visa fees;
3. Schedule your visa interview at the closest consulate or embassy in your home country;
4. Prepare your B-1 Visa documents (don’t forget the DS-160 confirmation) and
5. Attend the interview on time!
The B2 visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows the bearer to visit the United States for a limited amount of time for travel, recreation, or family reasons.
If you are seeking medical treatment in the United States, or if you are an amateur performing in a social and/or charitable context, or as a competitor in a talent show or contest, or if you are an amateur athlete competing in an athletic event, or if your primary purpose of travel is tourism and you will be pursuing a course of study during your stay, you may be eligible for a B-2 visa.
Required documents for the B-2 Visa for medical purposes?
If you are visiting the United States for medical treatment, you must have the following documents with you:
a letter from a medical facility or doctor in the United States expressing the intent to treat the condition,
a medical diagnosis from a local doctor describing the nature of the illness and the reasons for treatment in the United States.
The cost of treatment and the duration should be detailed in this letter.
The cost of therapy should include the doctor’s fee, as well as hospital and other medical charges.
And a statement from the organization or individuals who are paying for the medical, transportation, and living costs.
The sponsors should give confirmation of their financial ability to cover this expense in the form of bank statements, savings/income statements, or a copy of their tax returns.
