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Visa Basics
Visas are typically the starting point for foreign nationals to visit, work, or live in the United States. Visas are official government endorsements permitting a foreign national to remain in a non-native country. In the U.S., foreign nationals may receive either an immigrant or non-immigrant visa for entry, depending on their goals and their status with regard to U.S. immigration rules. Choose a link from the list below for introductory information about visas and immigration law.
Visa Basics:
- Visas: An Overview - A look at the different types of immigrant and nonimmigrant visas, such as student visas and visas for immediate relatives.
- Glossary of Visa Terms - Explanations for terms and abbreviations used in relation to visas or proceedings to obtain visas.
- Immigrant and Non-Immigrant Visa Types - A closer look at the various types of visas available and whether numerical limitations apply to such visas.
- Visa FAQs - Answers to common questions on issues such as what the expiration date on a visa means, and whether entry into the U.S is guaranteed with a visa.
- Classes of Aliens Ineligible to Receive Visas - Common grounds under which an alien may be ineligible for a visa to the U.S.
Getting a Visa:
- Obtaining a U.S. Visa - An outline of the steps for obtaining a visa, including some basic timelines and description of required documents and fees.
- Applying for a Tourist Visa and Other Visas for the United States - An overview of the process for applying for tourist visas, potential interview questions, and more on other types of visas.
- U.S. Embassy and Consulate Links - Some links to U.S. embassies and consulates around the world.
- Appealing a Visa Denial - If your visa application has been denied, it's not necessarily the end of the line.
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