Visiting the U.S. for Business, Pleasure, or Medical Treatment

Getting a U.S. Visa (B-1) to Do Volunteer Work

A little-known use of the business visitor visa allows people to come to the U.S. to do unpaid work for a charity or religious organization.

A B-1 Visa for Business Visits to the U.S.: Do You Qualify?

Planning to come to the U.S. short-term for business purposes? A B-1 visa may be the one you need.

A B-2 Visa for Visiting the U.S. as a Tourist: Do You Qualify?

Visitor visas can be used not only be tourists, but by people seeking medical treatment, accompanying other visa holders to the U.S., and more -- if you meet the basic criteria.

B-2 Visa for U.S. Medical Treatment: Who Qualifies

Need to come to the U.S. short-term for medical purposes? A B-2 visa is likely the one you need.

Who Can Visit the U.S. Under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP)

Citizens of certain countries enjoy easy travel access to the U.S.--but limited rights once here.

How Same-Sex Partners Can Accompany Temporary (Nonimmigrant) Visa Holders to the U.S.

U.S. immigration law contains few benefits for same-sex partners. Nevertheless, if you are a foreign national who will be coming to the U.S.

I overstayed by a week. Can I return to the U.S. on the Visa Waiver Program?

I’m from Ireland and I visited the U.S. last summer on vacation using the Visa Waiver Program.

How to Obtain and Use a Border Crossing Card

A border crossing card can be handy, if you realize that it is not like a green card, and allows only short visits to the U.S. with no employment privileges.

Inadmissibility: When the U.S. Can Keep You Out

Learn why you may be denied entry to the United States and how to avoid being turned away.

With I-130 Pending, Will I Have Trouble Getting a Tourist Visa to the U.S.?

Once your family member has started the process of getting you a green card, it's difficult—but not impossible—to gain entry to the U.S. for a short visit.

How Visitors to the U.S. Can Bring Domestic or Personal Servants

An unusual use of the B-1 visa allows nonimmigrant visa holders to be accompanied by maids, cooks, nannies, and so on.

Waiver-Business Visa (WB) Under the Visa Waiver Program

The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) enables nationals of certain countries to travel to the United States for tourism or business stays of up to 90 days without first obtaining a visa. Business visitors under this program are granted WB status (WB stands for Waiver-Business).

Application Process for a B-1 or B-2 Visitor Visa

Instructions for visitors who wish to come to U.S. for business or pleasure.

How to Extend Your Stay or Change Your Status While on a B Visa

The steps you must take as a B visa entrant to request an extension of stay in the U.S.

Why Was My U.S. Visitor Visa Renewal Denied?

There's no guarantee that your U.S. visitor visa will be renewed. Many applicants are shocked to discover that what they thought would be a routine visa renewal turns to a denial.

Steps to Take Following Denial of a B-1 or B-2 Visa

While current practices at U.S. consulates and embassies do not allow an application to be reconsidered, there are steps you can take to better understand why the consular officer denied your visa and decide when the time is right for you to apply again.

Can I Extend My Visa-Waiver Program Stay in the U.S.?

Is there any way to stay in the U.S. longer than the 90 days allowed under the Visa Waiver Program?

My U.S. Tourist Visa Was Refused: Should I Reapply?

It's possible to reapply, but make sure you strengthen your application first.

Will My One-Day Tourist Visa Overstay Create Future Immigration Problems?

Immigration authorities are highly unlikely to track you down over a one-day overstay. But the law may make your next visit more difficult.

Denied Entry Under Visa Waiver Program: Can I Come Back to the U.S.?

VWP applicants who are refused U.S. entry can try again -- but may also be refused again.

In U.S. on Visa Waiver: Can I lengthen my stay by taking a quick trip to Canada then reentering?

Short departures to contiguous territory pause, rather than restart a VWP stay in the U.S.