B-1 Visa
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The B1 Visa is for temporary business visitors. This visa allows for a variety of business and economic activities in the U.S. Individuals eligible for this visa range from board members and athletes to musicians, entertainers and servants of non-immigrant. Although the B-1 visa is available to business visitors, it is important to note that this visa does not allow employment in the U.S.  Business visitors may attend meetings, conventions, conferences, or negotiations on behalf of a foreign employer.  However, performing productive work in the U.S. is not allowed, and receiving payment from a U.S. entity is also generally not allowed. Documents

To apply for a B1 Visa, you must provide the following documents:

  • A completed visa application. Separate applications for each person are required. Some applicants will also be required to submit an additional form.
  • A passport, valid for travel to the United States for at least six months longer than your intended visit
  • Two recent photographs 1 & 1/2 inches square (37mm x 37mm) of each applicant, with the entire face visible. The picture should be taken before a light background and without head covering.

You may also be asked to provide the following documents:

  • Evidence backing up the purpose of your trip. You may show a letter sent by the foreign company explaining the purpose and length of the trip.
  • Information about your US employer and the entity you plan to visit in the U.S., like a company brochure or catalog.
  • Demonstration of non-immigrant intent. A good example of this is round-trip air tickets.
  • Proof that the firm intends to pay for all costs, or that you have other funds for this trip.
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