Introduction
Introduction
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Is It Harder to Get a U.S. Visa Coming From Certain Countries?
Consular officers working in different countries have their own methods for determining who will be likely to abuse a U.S. visa if granted.
Overview of the Process
Overview of the Process
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Applying for a U.S. Visa: Which Consulate Should You Apply From?
Most U.S. visa applicants can get their visa from any U.S. consulate or embassy, but there are a few problems one might face.
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Can I Get a U.S. Visa If I'm Already in the United States?
Understanding when you do and don't need a visa, and how to change or renew your status from within the United States.
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How & When to Write a Visa Letter of Invitation to a Friend or Relative Coming From Abroad
If you have foreign family or friends wishing to visit the United States, a visa letter of invitation might help. Here are some tips on what to write, and a sample.
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What If Your Visa Expires While Waiting for Another One?
If your temporary U.S. visa expires; or soon will; you next steps depend on where you are in the application process for your new visa.
Visas for Pleasure and Business Visitors
Visas for Pleasure and Business Visitors
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Forms & Documents Needed for a B-1 or B-2 Visitor Visa
In order to apply for a B-1 (tourist) or B-2 (business) visitor visa, you will need to complete a few forms and submit supporting documents.
Visas for Family of Visiting Foreign Nationals
Visas for Family of Visiting Foreign Nationals
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R-2 Visa for Family of Religious Workers (R-1 Holders)
An R-2 visa is a U.S. nonimmigrant (temporary) visa that may be issued to the spouse and unmarried children (under 21 years) of R-1 visa holders.
Extending Your Stay
Extending Your Stay
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I-94 Date vs. U.S. Visa Expiration Date
Know when your stay in the U.S. is up and what happens if you don't leave on time.
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Applying for an Extension of a U.S. Visa or Change of Status
USCIS's I-539 form and application requirements for obtaining an extension of your stay or a change to a new nonimmigrant status.
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Extending or Changing Your Visa Status: I-539 Filing Fees, Lawyer Fees, and Fee Waiver
If you are looking to extend your U.S. visa, or change your status to another visa, you'll be filing an I-539 application and related documents. Here's what to expect in filing fees and lawyer costs.
Legal Problems Getting a Visa
Legal Problems Getting a Visa
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Reasons a U.S. Tourist Visa (B-2) Could Be Denied
Common factors that may prohibit someone from obtaining a tourist visa for the United States.
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When and Why Your U.S. Visa Would Be Cancelled
Your visa can be cancelled or revoked at any time, for a number of reasons. Here are the most common.
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Consequences of Overstaying on a Temporary U.S. Visa
Understand the three-and ten-year bars to returning to the U.S. after long periods of unlawful stay.
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How a U.S. Visa Overstay Affects a Minor
Young people (under the age of 18) face consequences for overstaying a U.S. visa, though not as severe as adults do.
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Will I Be Able to Reenter the U.S. If I Overstay My Tourist Visa?
Issues to consider when hoping to return to the U.S. after a tourist visa overstay.
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Can My U.S. Visa Overstay Be Forgiven?
Depending on your specific circumstances, you might be "forgiven" for overstaying a temporary visa, and obtain further immigration benefits.
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Can You Stay in the U.S. Legally While in Between Visas?
There are legal ways to switch from one visa status to another with a gap in between, but only if you make sure that you never let one visa lapse without having another one in the works.
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Getting a U.S. Visitor Visa With a Criminal Record
The process to obtain a B visa can be difficult for anyone, but especially challenging for a foreign national with a criminal record.