Updates, guidance and practical information covering visas, entry requirements and application processes.
The B-2 visa is the best visa category for foreign nationals who want to visit the United States temporarily for medical treatment or other health-related reasons. For U.S. Visa purposes, “medical treatment” can be defined as the diagnosis, mitigation, cure, treatment, or prevention of disease, illness, or injury. Medical treatment encompasses various services such as
You may be eligible for a family-based permanent or temporary visa to the United States if you can prove you are related to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. Someone who is not a child’s parent but is a grandparent, step parent, aunt, uncle, sister, or brother is considered a relative. Half-brothers and sisters
If you plan to apply for a visa to immigrate or visit the United States, you will likely be required to attend an interview at the Consulate or Embassy. While the thought of an interview may be intimidating, there are some key things you can do to prepare and increase your chances of success. Here’s
The U.S. Interview Waiver Program (IWP), also known as the Visa Interview Waiver Program, is a programme managed by the United States Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs that allows interview requirements for some non-immigrant visa applicants to be waived in certain circumstances. Interview waiver program requirements A consular officer can waive an interview
All U.S. visa applicants aged between 14 and 79 are required to complete a biometric enrolment appointment. Biometrics allow the U.S. government to verify your identity through fingerprints and a digital photograph before your visa is issued. This guide outlines how to complete your U.S. visa biometric appointment in 2026 and what to expect at
A dual intent visa refers to certain U.S. visas allowing foreigners with legal status and immigrant intent to reside in the United States temporarily. This type of visa allows those visa holders to enter the U.S. whilst also seeking lawful permanent resident status (green card status) at a port of entry. When a foreign individual
The U.S. Embassy is the official headquarters for U.S. diplomats and other government representatives stationed abroad. Ambassadors typically serve as the President of the United States representative in the host nation. A country’s embassy is typically located in its capital city but may also have consulates in other cities. The Functions of the U.S. Embassy
This section will describe what the United States Government considers leisure activities for processing B2 visitor visa applications. Participation in a sport or cultural event as a spectator or active engagement in some form of leisure activity is at the core of recreational tourism’s primary goals. (Observing a performance at a local theatre). Intellectually stimulating
The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) is more commonly known as the visa waiver program. You are required to enrol in the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) program before entering the United States. Please complete our online enquiry form to start the process. To apply, you must possess the following: A valid passport
Non-immigrant visas are issued to foreign citizens seeking temporary entry into the United States. The reasons for your visit could be tourism, business, medical treatment, and specific types of part-time employment. Immigration law specifies the type of non-immigrant visa required based on the purpose of travel. Before applying for a non-immigrant visa, foreign nationals wishing
