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Visitor Visas
Are you trying to get to the United States to attend a work conference or simply to visit with friends and family? The process to obtain a temporary visa for these and other purposes is generally straightforward but can be surprisingly daunting.
Julianne M. Kinsey, Esq., our immigration attorney based in New York handles temporary business visa, visiting visa, and domestic worker visa applications. She has a process in place that aims to make the whole experience less intimidating and more rewarding. Contact Julianne today to schedule a Consultation to learn more about how to get started on your temporary visa now.
What Are Temporary or Visitation Visas?
Any foreign national entering the United States needs to obtain a temporary (nonimmigrant) visa or permanent residency (immigrant visa or green card).
Temporary or visitation visas allow noncitizens to enter the United States for a limited period and purpose, such as study, work, or vacation. As these are nonimmigrant visas, they do not provide the individual with a pathway to permanent residency or citizenship and cannot be used to remain in the United States indefinitely.
Temporary visa applications are typically made outside of the United States, via an embassy or consulate. The process involves filing a form DS-160 and paying the processing fee. The embassy or consulate then arranges an interview with the applicant and decides their application.
Common Visiting and Tourism Visas
Citizens of most countries can enter the United States for up to 90 days for tourism, business, or transit purposes without a visa under the Visa Waiver Program. Citizens of countries outside of the Program need to apply for a temporary visiting or tourism visa.
B-1 Visa Applicants
The B-1 temporary business visa allows holders to enter the United States for short-term business purposes, like consulting with business associates, attending a conference, settling an estate, or negotiating a contract. The B-1 Visa can also be used for Domestic Workers accompanying foreign nationals with Non-Immigrant U.S. Visas as well.
It allows for a maximum six-month stay, for Domestic Workers it may be possible for up to a year entry and can be renewed provided terms are met.
B-2 Visa Applicants
Individuals traveling to the United States for a vacation or to visit family or friends should apply for a B-2 tourist visa. This visa also permits entry for:
- Medical treatment
- Attendance at a social event hosted by a fraternal, social, or service organization
- Participation in an amateur sporting or musical events or contests (if not paid)
- Completion of a short course of study that doesn’t count towards a degree or other certification
Like the B-1, it allows for a maximum six-month stay.
Reasons Temporary Visas Are Denied
Temporary visas are decided on a case-by-case basis and may be denied for several reasons. That’s why even if the process to obtain a temporary visa is straightforward, seeking the help of an immigration attorney in New York is important. We will make sure your visa application is properly filed and processed. If there are concerns, we will address them proactively.
1. Insufficient Information
When applying for a temporary visa, applicants are required to provide sufficient supporting documentation, especially when demonstrating their ability to financially support themselves while in the United States.
If they fail to do so, the consular officer may refuse their application.
2. Failure to Demonstrate Strong Ties to Home Country
If an applicant fails to provide enough evidence of their ties to their home country, such as employment, residence, and family relationships, a consular officer may refuse their application on the basis they are at risk of overstaying their visa.
3. Fraud
If there’s any suggestion that someone has intentionally misrepresented a material fact, been dishonest, or committed fraud when applying for their visa, their application will be refused.
When applying for a Visitor Visa it is important to be prepared, and one of the best ways to be prepared is to hire an Attorney to help guide you through the process!
Visitor Visas FAQs
Do I need to hire an attorney to file my DS-160 Visa Application?
No! You can apply without an attorney. However, many applicants run into issues by making simple mistakes, or not understanding how a wide range of topics may impact an application. As a result having an attorney support your journey can be invaluable giving you security everything is being done correctly as an immigration attorney typically has advancedThis knowledge helps make the process move along without issue. Aside from the process, though, it can be confusing to identify which visa application is best suited for your needs –– since there are so many different types of visas available. We help you determine which type qualifies and will meet your needs or purposes.
An immigration attorney will improve the odds of success for your visa application. That alone is a significant reason to speak to an immigration lawyer in New York today!
Is it very expensive to hire an attorney to represent me with my DS-160 Visa Application?
Attorneys charge a wide range of fees for various levels of service. Julianne’s fee is generally in a range from $550.00 to $1,800.00, based on the circumstances of your filing, including if you are bringing children or spouses, and additional mitigating factors.
Does having a U.S. Visitor Visa guarantee entry into the U.S.?
No! It is entirely up to the CBP Officer who speaks with you, if the Officer feels you are in violation, or intend to violate, the terms of your Visa, or are otherwise no longer qualified they may reject you for entry.
What does Julianne’s fee include?
Fee includes preparation of DS-160, preparation of evidence list, review & formatting of all evidence, uploading evidence to Department of State portal, and responses to requests for evidence if applicable.
If I hire an immigration attorney for my DS-160 Visa Application does the attorney need to live in the state I plan to visit or that my sponsor lives in?
No! When it comes to immigration your attorney can be licensed by any U.S. State living anywhere, just be sure they are licensed and in good standing in the state of licensure.
How much is a Consultation with New York Licensed Immigration Attorney Julianne M. Kinsey?
A full telephone consultation is typically $150.00, if you hire Julianne for full representation this will be applied to reducing the total fee due for representation. You can also use the consultation if you have questions about your eligibility, potential issues, or anything I-485 related.
How do I schedule a consultation?
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