The United States (US) government has different visa for potential immigrants to apply for which will enable them to relocate to, work, and study.
To apply for a visa, you should carry out some complex but important tasks like filling out the correct forms, providing relevant documents, and paying a fee.
In some cases, you may also need to attend an interview at a US embassy or consulate.
Below are application requirements:
To apply for a US visa, you must meet certain requirements. Applicants should have valid passports and documents demonstrating their purpose of travel, such as employment contracts or educational records.
Depending on the type of visa you are applying for, additional documentation may be required.
You should also be prepared to provide proof of your funds and any medical or other relevant information requested by the American embassy or consulate.
In addition, you must have evidence of your intention to return home after your authorised stay, if you’re applying for a temporary or nonimmigrant visa.
It’s also important to remember that all documents must be in English or translated into English and that all original documents must be presented with copies at the visa interview.
Types Of US visa
The US offers two types of visas: immigrant and non-immigrant.
An immigrant visa is for those who intend to stay in the US permanently, while a non-immigrant visa is for those who are only in the US temporarily.
Non-immigrant visas generally allow people to work or study in the US for up to 180 days, while an immigrant visa allows you to stay indefinitely and work without restrictions.
Non-Immigrant Visas
There are a number of types of non-immigrant visas, and these include:
Work Visa
A work visa allows you to legally work in the US, and all require you to have a firm, concrete job offer in the North American country. Your work visa will be tied to your company- you are not permitted to work for anyone else while you are in the US on a work visa.
The main visas in this category include:
1.C-1/D Visa (Combined Transit and Crewman) – crew members of international flights or ships.
2. E-1 Visa (Treaty Trader) – managers/executives/specialists/supervisors of companies driving trade to the US.