Temporary Visas Immigration Lawyer in New York City

New York City immigration attorney Cheryl David’s skillful handling of Temporary Visas, such as B Visas and Visa Waiver Programs helps her clients feel relaxed and comfortable. A visa is a conditional authorization given by a country’s authority for a person who is not a citizen of that country to enter and remain for a specified duration. Each country attaches conditions to visas regarding the duration of stay, territory covered, validity dates, and several visits. Visas are associated with the request for permission to enter a country, so a visa is subject to permission by an immigration official at the time of actual entry and can be revoked at any time.

Types of Temporary Visas

There are several categories of travel into the United States. With short and long-stay visas issued regularly, it is important to know which applies to your situation. Some short-stay visas that are issued to applicants include:

• Transit visa: for passing through the country to a destination outside the country. Transit visas are usually limited to short terms and are not intended for stays of several days.
• Short-stay or visitor visa: for short visits to the host country.
• Tourist visa: for a limited period of leisure travel.
• Medical visa: for diagnostics or a course of treatment.
• Business visa: for engaging in commerce in the country.
• Athletic or artistic visa: issued to athletes and performing artists performing at competitions, concerts, shows, and other events.
• Cultural exchange visa: usually issued to athletes and performing artists participating in a cultural exchange program.

The most common types of long-stay visas include:

• Student visa: allows its holder to study at an institution of higher learning in the issuing country.
• Temporary worker visa for approved employment: These are generally more difficult to obtain but valid for longer periods of time than a business visa. One common such visa is the H-1B visa.
• Journalist visa: for journalists traveling for their news organizations.

Applicants should understand that the current Department of State filing fees for student/visitor visas are $185, while those seeking petition-based work visas will find the filing fee is $205.

H-1B Specialty Occupations Visa

The H-1B visa is a nonimmigrant temporary work visa that allows U.S. employers to hire foreign workers in specialty occupations on a temporary basis. To be considered a “specialty occupation,” the worker must have theoretical or practical knowledge of a highly specialized skill. Additionally, the worker must posses a U.S. bachelor’s degree or equivalent in their specific field.

Contact an NYC Attorney for Help With Temporary Visas

Whatever your current situation, we will answer any questions you may have and help you apply for a temporary visa. You will need evidentiary documentation for your application, and we will guide you through the preparation process. Contact us to discuss your temporary visa with an experienced immigration lawyer today.