If you intend to immigrate and take up permanent residence in the United States, you may not do so using a temporary visa such as a visitor visa or visa free under the U.S. Visa Waiver Program. As an intending … Continued
This page provides step-by-step information on how to create a USCIS online account. Once you have an account, you will be able to file forms and pay fees from your computer, phone, or tablet. To learn more, visit the Benefits of a … Continued
Some visa applications require further administrative processing, which takes additional time after the visa applicant’s interview by a consular officer. Applicants are advised of this requirement when they apply for a visa. Overview The consul may advise you that additional … Continued
The type of visa you need is determined by the purpose of your intended travel and stay in the United States. The two main categories of visas to the U.S. are nonimmigrant and immigrant visas. Nonimmigrant visas are issued for … Continued
Please see the annotated visa illustration below to learn how to read your nonimmigrant visa (for travel to the U.S. as a temporary visitor). In addition, as soon as you receive it, check to make sure information printed on the … Continued
For current filing fee information from the USCIS, see the USCIS Filing Fees page or if you know the USCIS form number, use the USCIS fee calculator For current fee amounts for Immigrant Visa Application Processing, Affidavit of Support Review, … Continued
When I filed a petition for my relative I was a Lawful Permanent Resident (green card holder). I recently became a U.S. citizen. How does this affect my family members? If you filed a petition for your spouse and/or children … Continued
If you would like to transfer your Immigrant Visa (IV) case to a different embassy or consulate, please follow the steps below: If your case is already at a U.S. embassy or consulate, contact the immigrant visa unit at the … Continued
If your immigrant visa has expired before you could use it to travel to the U.S., you should contact the Immigrant Visa Unit of the U.S. Embassy or Consulate that issued your visa. You do not need to file a new petition with … Continued
The NVC may be able to expedite your relative’s visa processing if: (1) your relative is the beneficiary of an approved petition with the USCIS, (2) a visa is currently available for your relative’s immigrant category, and (3) there is … Continued