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Temporary Visas

Visas for temporary entry into the United States

Student Visa

Academic Studies

It is a temporary visa for foreigners who wish to study in the U.S. at accredited institutions. These can be professional or non-professional programs, depending on the requirements and the academic level you wish to pursue.

Who can access it?

  • Those interested in technical or professional programs.
  • Those who have Form I-20 issued by the institution.
  • People enrolled in intensive English courses.
  • Students accepted into universities.
Consular process
Change of status

Tourist Visa

Trips and Temporary Visits

It is a temporary visa that allows entry into the United States for specific activities. It does not allow academic study or work in the United States.

Who can access it?

  • People who want to travel for tourism.
  • Those who want to make family visits.
  • People who require medical treatment.
  • Those who participate in unpaid business activities (B-1).
Visa extension
Consular process

L-1A Visa

Executive Transfer

It allows employers to transfer an executive or manager from their foreign offices to the United States. It is also useful for foreign companies looking to establish a new office in the U.S.

Who can access it?

  • Executives of foreign companies.
  • Managers of foreign companies.
  • Companies wishing to open an affiliated office in the U.S.
  • For executive or managerial positions only.
Consular process
Change of status

E-2 Visa

Investment in the U.S.

It allows foreign citizens to invest substantial capital in a U.S. company and work for it. They can also bring employees to the company.

Who can access it?

  • Foreign investors making significant investments.
  • People who want to work at the company they invest in.
  • Investors who want to bring employees to work at the company.
  • Specifically for domestic investors from a country that has a treaty with the United States.
Consular process
Change of status

O-1A Visa

Outstanding Talent

For entrepreneurs, scientists, educators, or athletes with extraordinary abilities. Requires meeting at least 3 of the 10 established eligibility criteria.

Who can access it?

  • Prominent entrepreneurs and business leaders.
  • Academics and educators with important recognitions.
  • Scientists with outstanding achievements
  • Athletes with significant international or national recognition.
Consular process
Change of status

H-1B Visa

Specialized Work

It allows US companies to hire foreign professionals in occupations that require a university degree or equivalent qualifications.

Who can access it?

  • Professionals in technology, engineering, medicine, finance, or other specialized occupations.
  • People sponsored by a U.S. employer.
  • Applicants who obtain their quota through the H-1B lottery.
  • People who come to the United States to perform a professional function.
Change of status