Join Chugh, LLP Attorneys Joy Dungca and Vandana Marath for an overview of B-1 and B-2 visas, which activities qualify for each visa, and which individuals may be eligible for each visa status.
B-1 visas are designed for temporary business visitors. Business and commercial activities which qualify for the B-1 visa include:
Certain domestic or personal employees may be eligible to travel in the US on B-1 visitors if they accompany:
To be approved for a B-1 visa, you must be able to demonstrate that:
Individuals may apply for a B-1 visa at US consulates abroad, or they can apply for a change of status if they are already present in the United States.
B-2 visitor visas cover temporary travel into the United States for tourist purposes. These purposes may include:
Certain activities are prohibited while on a B-2 visa. These include:
The process to apply for a B-2 visa is relatively simple. The steps include:
Interviews are generally not required for individuals who are 13 and younger, or for those 80 and older.
For help applying for a temporary B-1 or B-2 visa, please contact your trusted Chugh, LLP immigration professional.
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