Temporary Visas

Visa

Temporary visas are issued for a number of reasons, including student visas, travel visas, temporary work visas, and investor visas. Whether you’re interested in short-term work, study, or you just want to see the Grand Canyon, a temporary visa will allow you to stay just long enough to complete your mission. Find the answers to all your temporary visa questions in the guides below.

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Temporary U.S. Visas

Written by attorney John Alcorn.

Visa Waiver Program. Non immigrants from certain countries are not required to have U.S. visas when entering the U.S. as visitors for business or pleasure. Such persons, who must nonetheless still... more
Investor Visas (E-Visa: Treaty Traders/Treaty Investors)

Written by attorney Kripa Upadhyay.

This guide will answer questions you may have about what an E visa is, who is eligible for an E-visa and the process you have to follow to acquire one.
Eligibility Requirements for Student Visas

Written by attorney Kamal Nawash.

J - Exchange Visitor Visa. In general, this category is open to foreign students, au pairs, scholars, doctors, medical students, business and industrial trainees and others participating in U.S.... more
How To Get a Temporary Work Visa

Written by attorney Carl Shusterman.

For those who wish to work temporarily in the United States, there are a number of different work visas you can apply for. You will need a specific visa based on the type of work you will be... more
How to Obtain a B-2 Travel Visitor Visa

Written by attorney Carl Shusterman. STAFF PICK

Travel Visitor Visa For citizens of foreign countries attempting to enter the United States as temporary visitors for pleasure, it is generally required that they obtain a B-2, or "visitor" visa.... more
U.S. Student Visa: How to Obtain an F-1 Visa to Study in the United States

Written by attorney Peter Loughlin. STAFF PICK

U.S. Student Visa ProcessMany international students give up their dreams of obtaining a U.S. student visa and studying at an American university simply because they dont understand the application... more