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Visa categories

8

Total visas listed

54

Short Term(10)Study(3)Work, Employment & Skilled(9)Investment(2)Talent(2)Dependent & Family(10)Humanitarian(8)Others(10)

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Short Term

10 visas

Visas in this category

B-1/B-2 Nonimmigrant Visa (Business/Tourism), D Nonimmigrant Visa (Crewman), I Nonimmigrant Visa (Foreign Media Representatives), K-1 Nonimmigrant Visa (Fiancé(e) of U.S. citizen), C-1 Transit Nonimmigrant Visa, NATO Nonimmigrant Visas (for NATO officials and staff), S Nonimmigrant Visa (Witnesses/Informants - S-5/S-6), A Nonimmigrant Visa (Diplomats and Other Officials), Visa Waiver Program (Electronic System for Travel Authorization - ESTA), G Nonimmigrant Visa (International Organization Employees, NATO-related)

Study

3 visas

Visas in this category

F-1 Academic Student Visa, J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa, M-1 Vocational Student Visa

Work, Employment & Skilled

9 visas

Visas in this category

E-1 Treaty Trader Nonimmigrant Visa, Q-1 Cultural Exchange Visitor Visa, R-1 Religious Worker Nonimmigrant Visa, H-1B1 Nonimmigrant (Chile and Singapore Free Trade), TN Nonimmigrant (USMCA/NAFTA Professional), H-1B Specialty Occupation Worker, H-2A Temporary Agricultural Worker, L-1 Intracompany Transferee (L-1A/L-1B), H-2B Temporary Nonagricultural Worker

Investment

2 visas

Visas in this category

E-2 Treaty Investor Nonimmigrant Visa, EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program (Employment-Based Fifth Preference)

Talent

2 visas

Visas in this category

P Nonimmigrant Visas (P-1/P-2/P-3) for Athletes, Entertainers, and Artists, O-1 Nonimmigrant Visa (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability or Achievement)

Dependent & Family

10 visas

Visas in this category

F-2 Dependent (Spouse/Children of F-1 Students), H-4 Dependent Nonimmigrant (Spouse/Children of H-1B), J-2 Dependent (Spouse/Children of J-1 Exchange Visitors), L-2 Dependent (Spouse/Children of L-1 Intracompany Transferee), O-3 Dependent (Spouse/Children of O-1/O-2), P-4 Dependent (Spouse/Children of P-1/P-2/P-3), TD Dependent (Spouse/Children of TN Nonimmigrants), E Nonimmigrant Dependents (E-1/E-2 spouses and children), V Nonimmigrant Visa (Spouses/Children of Lawful Permanent Residents with Pending Immigrant Petitions), K-3/K-4 Nonimmigrant (Spouse/Children of U.S. citizen awaiting immigrant visa)

Humanitarian

8 visas

Visas in this category

Humanitarian Parole, Refugee Admission and Resettlement, U Nonimmigrant Status (Victims of Qualifying Crimes), Withholding of Removal / Convention Against Torture Relief, Asylum (Affirmative and Defensive), T Nonimmigrant Status (Victims of Human Trafficking), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)

Others

10 visas

Visas in this category

Adjustment of Status (Form I-485) - Domestic Pathway to Lawful Permanent Residence, Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (DV Lottery), Special Immigrant Visas (SIV) for Certain Iraqi and Afghan Nationals and Other SI Categories, Family-Based Immigrant Visa (Immediate Relatives and Family Preference Categories), Employment-Based First Preference (EB-1) Immigrant Visa, Employment-Based Second Preference (EB-2) Immigrant Visa, Employment-Based Third Preference (EB-3) Immigrant Visa, Employment-Based Fourth Preference (EB-4) Special Immigrants, Employment-Based Fifth Preference (EB-5) Immigrant Investor (see investment section), Lawful Permanent Residence (Green Card) Status

Category

Short Term

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B-1/B-2 Nonimmigrant Visa (Business/Tourism)

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Entry: multipleFee: 160 USD (Standard nonimmigrant visa application (MRV) fee; some categories/reciprocity vary)
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Stay:typically up to 6 months per admission (discretionary)
Work:no
Processing:consular processing times vary (days to weeks)
Path to PR:Conditional
Work Allowed:No
Extendable:Conditional

D Nonimmigrant Visa (Crewman)

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Entry: single | multipleFee: 160 USD (Standard MRV fee applies to most nonimmigrant visa applications)
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Stay:duration required for crew duties (short term)
Work:limited (work tied to crewmember duties)
Processing:consular processing times vary
Path to PR:No
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:No

I Nonimmigrant Visa (Foreign Media Representatives)

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Entry: multipleFee: 160 USD (Standard MRV fee generally applies)
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Stay:duration of assignment (short-term)
Work:yes (in relation to media assignment)
Processing:consular processing times vary
Path to PR:No
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Conditional

K-1 Nonimmigrant Visa (Fiancé(e) of U.S. citizen)

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Entry: singleFee: 265 USD (Consular processing fee and subsequent adjustment/USCIS fees apply)
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Stay:90 days (enter to marry)
Work:conditional (applicant may apply for work authorization after entry)
Processing:consular processing times vary (weeks-months)
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:No

C-1 Transit Nonimmigrant Visa

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Entry: single | multiple | conditionalFee: 160 USD (Standard nonimmigrant visa application fee; consular fees may vary)
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Stay:duration necessary for immediate and continuous transit (short term)
Work:no
Processing:consular processing times vary
Path to PR:No
Work Allowed:No
Extendable:No

NATO Nonimmigrant Visas (for NATO officials and staff)

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Entry: multipleFee: 0 USD (Special classes with exemptions as applicable)
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Stay:varies based on NATO mission and credentials
Work:yes (official duties)
Processing:case-by-case
Path to PR:No
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Conditional

S Nonimmigrant Visa (Witnesses/Informants - S-5/S-6)

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Entry: single | multipleFee: 160 USD (Rarely used; consular discretion)
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Stay:temporary; tied to witness/cooperation period
Work:no
Processing:case-by-case
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:No
Extendable:Conditional

A Nonimmigrant Visa (Diplomats and Other Officials)

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Entry: multipleFee: 0 USD (Typically exempt from MRV fees; issued to accredited foreign government officials)
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Stay:as determined by mission/consular decision; for official/diplomatic duties
Work:yes (official duties)
Processing:case-by-case via diplomatic channels
Path to PR:No
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Conditional

Visa Waiver Program (Electronic System for Travel Authorization - ESTA)

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Entry: multipleFee: 21 USD (ESTA processing fee; subject to change)
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Stay:90 days
Work:no
Processing:usually immediate to 72 hours
Path to PR:No
Work Allowed:No
Extendable:No

G Nonimmigrant Visa (International Organization Employees, NATO-related)

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Entry: multipleFee: 0 USD (G and some NATO categories have special fee/treatment depending on status)
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Stay:varies by purpose and credential
Work:yes (official duties)
Processing:case-by-case
Path to PR:No
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Conditional

Category

Study

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F-1 Academic Student Visa

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Entry: multipleFee: 160 USD (Plus SEVIS I-901 fee (separate); consular MRV fee applies)
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Stay:duration of program plus authorized practical training and grace period (typically program length + 60 days)
Work:conditional (on-campus up to 20 hours; Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) authorized separately)
Processing:consular processing times vary; SEVIS/I-20 processing by school
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa

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Entry: multipleFee: 160 USD (SEVIS fee may apply (varies by category))
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Stay:programme duration as specified on DS-2019 plus 30-day grace period (varies by category)
Work:conditional (program-specific; academic training and limited employment authorized by sponsor)
Processing:consular processing times vary; sponsor processing precedes visa
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

M-1 Vocational Student Visa

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Entry: multipleFee: 160 USD (Plus SEVIS I-901 fee)
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Stay:duration of program plus authorized practical training and 30-day grace period
Work:limited (practical training only after completion, limited duration)
Processing:consular processing times vary
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

Category

Work, Employment & Skilled

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E-1 Treaty Trader Nonimmigrant Visa

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Entry: multipleFee: 205 USD (Consular MRV fee subject to reciprocity)
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Stay:typically granted in increments up to 2 years; renewable
Work:yes (in connection with trade enterprise)
Processing:consular processing times vary
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Yes

Q-1 Cultural Exchange Visitor Visa

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Entry: multipleFee: 190 USD (Petition and consular fees apply)
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Stay:up to 15 months
Work:yes (for program sponsor in cultural exchange role)
Processing:weeks to months
Path to PR:No
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:No

R-1 Religious Worker Nonimmigrant Visa

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Entry: multipleFee: 190 USD (Petition filing fees apply)
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Stay:initial up to 30 months; can extend up to 5 years total
Work:yes (religious work for petitioning organization)
Processing:weeks to months
Path to PR:Conditional
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

H-1B1 Nonimmigrant (Chile and Singapore Free Trade)

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Entry: multipleFee: 160 USD (Consular MRV fee; subject to reciprocity)
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Stay:initial up to 18 months; may be renewed
Work:yes (for sponsoring employer)
Processing:consular processing times vary
Path to PR:Conditional
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Yes

TN Nonimmigrant (USMCA/NAFTA Professional)

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Entry: multipleFee: varies USD (Canadian applicants often apply at port of entry; Mexican applicants use consulate)
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Stay:initial up to 3 years; renewable
Work:yes (for qualifying professional employer and occupation)
Processing:port-of-entry immediate or consular times vary
Path to PR:Conditional
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Yes

H-1B Specialty Occupation Worker

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Entry: multipleFee: varies USD (Employers pay petition fees (filing fees, ACWIA, fraud prevention, optional premium processing))
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Stay:initial up to 3 years; maximum generally 6 years (with extensions in certain circumstances)
Work:yes (for sponsoring employer and terms of petition)
Processing:weeks to months (premium processing available for a fee)
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

H-2A Temporary Agricultural Worker

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Entry: single | multipleFee: 190 USD (Employer filing fees and consular fees vary)
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Stay:employer-specific for seasonal need (generally limited terms)
Work:yes (for petitioning employer)
Processing:processing times vary
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

L-1 Intracompany Transferee (L-1A/L-1B)

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Entry: multipleFee: varies USD (Filing fees paid by employer; premium processing optional)
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Stay:L-1A up to 7 years total; L-1B up to 5 years total (initial typically 1-3 years)
Work:yes (for petitioning employer in specified role)
Processing:weeks to months (premium processing available)
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

H-2B Temporary Nonagricultural Worker

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Entry: single | multipleFee: 190 USD (Employer filing fees and consular fees vary)
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Stay:employer-specific for temporary need (initial up to 1 year, may be extended up to 3 years in some cases)
Work:yes (for petitioning employer)
Processing:processing times vary
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Conditional

Category

Investment

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E-2 Treaty Investor Nonimmigrant Visa

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Entry: multipleFee: 205 USD (Consular MRV and reciprocity fees vary by nationality)
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Stay:typically granted in increments up to 2-5 years depending on reciprocity; renewable
Work:yes (to develop and direct investment enterprise)
Processing:consular processing times vary; petition/documentation dependent
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Yes

EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program (Employment-Based Fifth Preference)

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Entry: single (immigrant visa) | adjustment of status (domestic)Fee: 3750 USD (USCIS filing fees for I-526/I-485/I-829 vary; additional consular fees apply; amounts shown reflect filing fees at time of source (subject to change))
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Stay:permanent (conditional green card initially for qualifying investors)
Work:yes (as lawful permanent resident)
Processing:months to years (processing times have varied significantly)
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

Category

Talent

2 visas listed

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P Nonimmigrant Visas (P-1/P-2/P-3) for Athletes, Entertainers, and Artists

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Entry: multipleFee: 460 USD (USCIS Form I-129 petition fee; consular MRV fee applies)
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Stay:varies by classification; typically up to duration of event/tour plus grace period
Work:yes (for petitioning group/engagements)
Processing:weeks to months (premium processing optional)
Path to PR:Conditional
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Conditional

O-1 Nonimmigrant Visa (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability or Achievement)

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Entry: multipleFee: 460 USD (USCIS petition fee (Form I-129) and consular MRV fees may also apply)
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Stay:initial up to 3 years; extensions in one-year increments
Work:yes (in the area of extraordinary ability as petitioned)
Processing:weeks to months (premium processing available for Form I-129)
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Yes

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Dependent & Family

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F-2 Dependent (Spouse/Children of F-1 Students)

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Entry: multipleFee: 160 USD (Consular MRV fees; change/extension through USCIS may have I-539 filing fee)
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Stay:tied to principal F-1 program duration
Work:no
Processing:consular or USCIS processing times vary
Path to PR:Conditional
Work Allowed:No
Extendable:Varies

H-4 Dependent Nonimmigrant (Spouse/Children of H-1B)

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Entry: multipleFee: 0 USD (Consular/filing fees may apply for visa issuance or change of status (Form I-539 fees when applicable))
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Stay:tied to principal H status duration
Work:conditional (work authorization available for certain H-4 spouses with qualifying H-1B extensions)
Processing:USCIS processing times for change/extension vary (weeks-months); consular issuance depends on post
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

J-2 Dependent (Spouse/Children of J-1 Exchange Visitors)

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Entry: multipleFee: 160 USD (Consular MRV fee and possible USCIS filing fees)
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Stay:tied to principal J-1 program duration
Work:conditional (J-2 may apply for employment authorization)
Processing:USCIS EAD processing times vary; consular issuance varies
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

L-2 Dependent (Spouse/Children of L-1 Intracompany Transferee)

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Entry: multipleFee: 0 USD (Consular MRV fees and USCIS filing fees for EAD apply as relevant)
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Stay:tied to principal L-1 validity
Work:yes (L-2 spouses can apply for work authorization)
Processing:USCIS processing times for EAD vary; consular issuance varies
Path to PR:Conditional
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Yes

O-3 Dependent (Spouse/Children of O-1/O-2)

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Entry: multipleFee: 160 USD (Consular MRV fee)
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Stay:tied to principal O status
Work:no
Processing:consular processing varies
Path to PR:Conditional
Work Allowed:No
Extendable:Yes

P-4 Dependent (Spouse/Children of P-1/P-2/P-3)

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Entry: multipleFee: 160 USD (Consular MRV fee)
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Stay:tied to principal P status
Work:no
Processing:consular processing varies
Path to PR:Conditional
Work Allowed:No
Extendable:Yes

TD Dependent (Spouse/Children of TN Nonimmigrants)

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Entry: multipleFee: 0 USD (Consular MRV fees may apply for visa issuance)
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Stay:tied to principal TN status
Work:no
Processing:port-of-entry/consular processing varies
Path to PR:Conditional
Work Allowed:No
Extendable:Yes

E Nonimmigrant Dependents (E-1/E-2 spouses and children)

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Entry: multipleFee: 205 USD (Consular MRV and reciprocity fees vary)
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Stay:tied to principal E visa validity
Work:conditional (E-2 spouses may be authorized to work in certain circumstances)
Processing:consular processing varies
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Yes

V Nonimmigrant Visa (Spouses/Children of Lawful Permanent Residents with Pending Immigrant Petitions)

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Entry: multipleFee: 160 USD (Consular MRV fee)
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Stay:tied to visa validity; typically temporary while immigrant visa becomes available
Work:yes (may apply for employment authorization)
Processing:consular processing varies
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Conditional

K-3/K-4 Nonimmigrant (Spouse/Children of U.S. citizen awaiting immigrant visa)

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Entry: multipleFee: 265 USD (Consular and USCIS fees apply)
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Stay:initially up to 2 years; may be extended while immigrant visa pending
Work:yes (may apply for work authorization)
Processing:consular/USCIS processing times vary
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

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Humanitarian

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Humanitarian Parole

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Entry: single | conditionalFee: 675 USD (Form I-131 filing fee for parole; fee waivers may be possible)
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Stay:parole period as authorized (short-term or extended based on purpose)
Work:conditional (parolees may apply for EAD)
Processing:case-by-case (weeks to months)
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Conditional

Refugee Admission and Resettlement

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Entry: single (immigrant admission as refugee)Fee: 0 USD (No application fee for refugee admission; resettlement procedures apply)
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Stay:permanent refugee admission with pathway to LPR
Work:yes (upon admission as refugee)
Processing:varies (UNHCR referral and USRAP processing; can take months to years)
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

U Nonimmigrant Status (Victims of Qualifying Crimes)

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Entry: conditionalFee: 0 USD (No fee for U nonimmigrant petition; EAD filing fees may apply)
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Stay:initially up to 4 years (extensions possible); may apply for adjustment to LPR in certain circumstances
Work:yes (U nonimmigrants may apply for EAD)
Processing:USCIS processing varies (months to years due to backlogs)
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Conditional

Withholding of Removal / Convention Against Torture Relief

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Entry: not_applicableFee: 0 USD (Protection arises from immigration adjudication; no separate fee for grant)
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Stay:protection from removal while granted; indefinite subject to status rules
Work:conditional (may apply for EAD in some circumstances)
Processing:immigration court or USCIS timelines vary widely
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

Asylum (Affirmative and Defensive)

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Entry: conditionalFee: 0 USD (No USCIS fee to apply for asylum affirmation; EAD application may have filing fee waiver options)
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Stay:initially granted asylee status; work authorization may be provided; dependent on grant
Work:yes (employment authorization available upon application or grant)
Processing:months to years (varies widely; depends on USCIS/immigration court backlog)
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

T Nonimmigrant Status (Victims of Human Trafficking)

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Entry: conditionalFee: 0 USD (No fee for T nonimmigrant petition; EAD filing fees may apply)
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Stay:initial up to 4 years; may be extended or lead to adjustment
Work:yes (EAD available)
Processing:USCIS processing varies
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Conditional

Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

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Entry: conditionalFee: 0 USD (Filing and EAD fees may apply; fee waivers possible in some circumstances)
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Stay:authorized period while TPS designation in effect (periodic re-designations possible)
Work:yes (EAD available for TPS beneficiaries)
Processing:USCIS processing times vary
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)

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Entry: not_applicableFee: 495 USD (Filing fee for DACA (Form I-821D and EAD application fees); programmatic/legal changes may affect fees)
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Stay:deferred action granted in increments (typically 2 years)
Work:yes (EAD issued)
Processing:USCIS processing times vary
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

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Others

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Adjustment of Status (Form I-485) - Domestic Pathway to Lawful Permanent Residence

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Entry: not_applicableFee: 1225 USD (Form I-485 filing fee (amount varies by age/category); illustrative)
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Stay:while adjustment pending (nonimmigrant status may continue if maintained)
Work:conditional (applicant may apply for EAD while pending)
Processing:months to years (varies by USCIS field office and category)
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (DV Lottery)

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Entry: single (immigrant visa via lottery selection)Fee: 330 USD (Consular visa fees for immigrant visas apply)
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Stay:permanent (LPR upon admission)
Work:yes
Processing:selection announced annually; consular processing timeline varies
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Yes
Extendable:Varies

Special Immigrant Visas (SIV) for Certain Iraqi and Afghan Nationals and Other SI Categories

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Entry: single (immigrant visa) | adjustment of statusFee: 0 USD (Certain SIV programs have waived fees; consult USCIS/DOS for details)
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Stay:permanent (leads to LPR upon admission)
Work:yes
Processing:case-by-case (subject to statutory program rules and processing)
Path to PR:Yes
Work Allowed:Yes
Extendable:Varies

Family-Based Immigrant Visa (Immediate Relatives and Family Preference Categories)

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Entry: single (immigrant visa) | adjustment of status (domestic)Fee: 1225 USD (Fees vary (I-130, DS-260/I-485, biometrics); amount provided as illustrative aggregate; consult USCIS/DOS for current fees)
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Stay:permanent (lawful permanent resident upon admission or adjustment)
Work:yes (as lawful permanent resident)
Processing:months to years (depends on category, priority date, and processing channel)
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

Employment-Based First Preference (EB-1) Immigrant Visa

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Entry: single (immigrant visa) | adjustment of status (domestic)Fee: 1225 USD (Fees vary by form and processing path; illustrative aggregate)
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Stay:permanent (LPR upon admission/adjustment)
Work:yes (as LPR)
Processing:months to years (visa availability and processing times vary)
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Varies
Extendable:Varies

Employment-Based Second Preference (EB-2) Immigrant Visa

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Entry: single (immigrant visa) | adjustment of status (domestic)Fee: 1225 USD (Fees vary by form and processing path)
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Stay:permanent
Work:yes
Processing:months to years (priority date backlogs possible)
Path to PR:Yes
Work Allowed:Yes
Extendable:Varies

Employment-Based Third Preference (EB-3) Immigrant Visa

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Entry: single (immigrant visa) | adjustment of status (domestic)Fee: 1225 USD (Fees vary by form)
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Stay:permanent
Work:yes
Processing:months to years (priority date/backlogs common)
Path to PR:Yes
Work Allowed:Yes
Extendable:Varies

Employment-Based Fourth Preference (EB-4) Special Immigrants

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Entry: single (immigrant visa) | adjustment of status (domestic)Fee: 1225 USD (Fees vary by form and subcategory)
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Stay:permanent
Work:yes
Processing:months to years
Path to PR:Yes
Work Allowed:Yes
Extendable:Varies

Employment-Based Fifth Preference (EB-5) Immigrant Investor (see investment section)

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Entry: single (immigrant visa) | adjustment of status (domestic)Fee: 3750 USD (USCIS filing fees vary by form; illustrative)
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Stay:permanent (conditional LPR initially)
Work:yes
Processing:months to years
Path to PR:Yes
Work Allowed:Yes
Extendable:Varies

Lawful Permanent Residence (Green Card) Status

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Entry: not_applicableFee: 0 USD (Issuance and filing fees apply for underlying processes (I-485/IV/biometrics))
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Stay:permanent (subject to abandonment rules for prolonged absence)
Work:yes
Processing:varies by pathway
Path to PR:Varies
Work Allowed:Yes
Extendable:Varies