U.S. non-immigrant visasIt is a necessary document for tourism, study, work, or business visits to the United States, and the type of visa varies depending on the purpose of the applicant's visit to the United States. Let's take a look at the common types of U.S. non-immigrant visas:
1.Tourist visa (B1 B2 visa): for short-term trips, sightseeing, or to visit family and friends.
2.Student Visa (F Visa): For international students who are legally studying in the United States.
3.Exchange Visitor Visa (J Visa): This is for participation in an exchange program or exchange scholar program.
4.Work Visa (H Visa): For applicants who work in the U.S. in a specific occupation, such as H-1B for professionals.
5.Business Visitor Visa (B1 Visa): Used for business trips, conferences, or business negotiations.
6.Journalist or Journalist Visa (I Visa): for journalistic reporting or related work.
7.Investor Visa (E Visa): Used for investors and their employees to travel to the United States to engage in business activities.
8.Temporary Work Visa (H-2B Visa): Used by employers to recruit short-term non-farm seasonal workers.
9.Intern or Trainee Visa (H-3 Visa): Used for an internship or training program arranged by the company.
10.Cultural Exchange Visitor Visa (Q Visa): This visa is used to participate in international cultural exchange projects.
11.Religious Worker Visa (R Visa): This is used to engage in religious activities in a church or religious organization.
12.Ethnic Exchange Visitor Visa (P Visa): This is for international sports teams, performance groups, or artistic groups.
Regardless of the type of U.S. nonimmigrant visa applied for, applicants will need to make an appointment for the visa application, fill out the DS-160, pay the visa fee, and attend an interview. In addition, applicants also need to prepare relevant application materials, such as passports, ** proof of funds, academic certificates, etc.
Finally, it is worth noting that the requirements and process are different for each visa type, and it is best for applicants to carefully read the relevant information on the official ** of the U.S. Embassy in Beijing before applying for a visa to ensure that the application process goes smoothly.