All applicants for H, J, and B1 (for domestic and personal servants and live-in caregivers only) visas must read this pamphlet prior to their interview.

The William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (WWTVPRA) of 2008 makes several changes to nonimmigrant visa classification criteria, visa processing requirements, and the grounds for inadmissibility under INA section 212(a)(2)(H).

The changes under this provision of this law, relate to the legal rights of certain employment or education-based nonimmigrants under Federal immigration, labor, and employment laws. Additionally, this law outlines the information to be provided to certain nonimmigrants about their rights, protections and available resources when working or studying in the United States temporarily. We want to ensure each nonimmigrant is aware of his/her rights, as well as protections and resources available. To learn more, review the Nonimmigrant Rights, Protections and Resources pamphlet, Online version.

Diplomatic Business Travel Tourist Travel/Pleasure Transit Air or Ship's Crew Treaty Trader Treaty Investor Student International Organizations Temporary Worker/Ability Temporary Worker/Nurses

Temporary Worker/Merit Temporary Worker/Agriculture Trainee Media Exchange Visitor Intra-Company Transfer Blanket L Petition Vocational Training Extraordinary Ability Art, Sports, Culture Religious NAFTA Professional

DS-156 and I-129 are the most commonly required forms. These may be downloaded at the links below. The DS-156 link includes the exact specifications for the photo which each applicant must submit.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous U.S. visas.
• Original diplomatic note from employing Embassy, describing the nature of work and length of stay in the U.S.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous U.S. visas.
• Original diplomatic note from employing Embassy, describing the nature of work and length of stay in the U.S.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous U.S. visas.
• Original diplomatic note from employing Embassy, describing the nature of work and length of stay in the U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence in country outside of U.S. which they have no intentions of abandoning.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses while in U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence in a country outside U.S. which they have no intention of abandoning.
• Evidence which shows purpose of trip.
• Domestic Employees accompanying or following to join employers in order to perform their duties in the U.S. must present a copy of their employment contract(s) and proof of a minimum of one year of employment with that employer as a domestic employee.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses while in the U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence in a country outside the U.S. which have no intentions of abandoning.
• Evidence which show the purpose of trip.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Travel itinerary.
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses while in the U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence outside the U.S. which have no intentions of abandoning.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Letter/contract from employing company stating the length of work and if possible, places of entry into U.S.
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses while in U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence in country outside U.S. which have no intentions of abandoning.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Original diplomatic note from employing Embassy / International Organization, describing the nature of work and length of stay in the U.S.
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Airline tickets or travel itinerary.
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses while in the U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence outside the U.S. which you have no intentions of abandoning.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Original diplomatic note from employing Embassy / International Organization, describing the nature of work and length of stay in the U.S.
• Airline tickets or travel itinerary.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Letter/contract from employing company stating the length of work and if possible, places of entry into U.S.
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses while in the U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence outside the U.S. which you have no intentions of abandoning.

This visa category is extremely complex. The spouse and children of the E-Treaty Trader or Treaty Investor are granted E status just like the principal. The spouses of E-visa holders are authorized employment with an "employment authorized" endorsement from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services.

For additional information, please use the link below.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• DS-158 (contact information and work history).
• USCIS Form I-20
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses while in U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence in country outside the U.S. which have no intentions of abandoning.
• Important: SEVIS Fees and the 30-day Policy

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• DS-158 (contact information and work history).
• USCIS Form I-20
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Main applicants (F-1) documents (copy).
• Proof of dependent's relationship to main applicant (original or certified copy - if English translation, must be a certified translation).
• Important: SEVIS Fees and the 30-day Policy

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Original letter/employment contract from the employing International Organization describing nature of work and length of stay in U.S.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Original letter/employment contract from the employing International Organization describing nature of work and length of stay in U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence in country outside of U.S.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Original letter/employment contract from the employing International Organization describing nature of work and length of stay in U.S.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Original letter/contract from the employing International Organization,describing the nature of work and length of stay in U.S.
• Bronner letter.
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses while in the U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence in country outside U.S.
• Proof of previous status in the U.S.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Original letter/employment contract from the employing International Organization describing nature of work and length of stay in U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence in country outside of U.S.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable)
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.
• Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary.
• Recent paystub/payslip.
• Copy of I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S.
• Copy of approved LCA if applicable.
• If previously under J-1 in U.S. applicant needs waiver of 2 year foreign residence rule.
• Evidence of qualifications must be original or certified copy. Consular officers in Canada may refuse to issue a visa to H-1B applicants if their education and /or work experience is solely or predominantly from a country other than the U.S. or Canada.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.
• Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary.
• Recent paystub/payslip.
• Copy of I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S.
• Copy of approved LCA if applicable.
• If previously under J-1 in U.S. applicant needs waiver of 2 year foreign residence rule.
• Evidence of qualifications must original or certified copy. Consular officers in Canada may refuse to issue a visa to H-1B applicants if their education and /or work experience is solely or predominantly from a country other than the U.S. or Canada.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.
• Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary.
• Recent paystub/payslip.
• Copy of I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S.
• Copy of approved LCA if applicable.
• If previously under J-1 in U.S. applicant needs waiver of 2 year foreign residence rule.
• Evidence of qualifications must original or certified copy. Consular officers in Canada may refuse to issue a visa to H-1B applicants if their education and/or work experience is solely or predominantly from a country other than the U.S. or Canada.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable)
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.
• Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary.
• Recent paystub/payslip.
• Copy of I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S.
• Copy of approved LCA if applicable.
• If previously under J-1 in U.S. applicant needs waiver of 2 year foreign residence rule.
• Evidence of qualifications must original or certified copy. Consular officers in Canada may refuse to issue a visa to H-1B applicants if their education and /or work experience is solely or predominantly from a country other than the U.S. or Canada.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.
• Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary.
• Recent paystub/payslip.
• Copy of I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S.
• Copy of approved LCA if applicable.
• If previously under J-1 in U.S. applicant needs waiver of 2 year foreign residence rule.
• Evidence of qualifications must original or certified copy. Consular officers in Canada may refuse to issue a visa to H-1B applicants if their education and /or work experience is solely or predominantly from a country other than the U.S. or Canada.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.
• Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary.
• Recent paystub/payslip.
• Copy of I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S.
• Copy of approved LCA if applicable.
• If previously under J-1 in U.S. applicant needs waiver of 2 year foreign residence rule.
• Evidence of qualifications must original or certified copy. Consular officers in Canada may refuse to issue a visa to H-1B applicants if their education and /or work experience is solely or predominantly from a country other than the U.S. or Canada.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable)
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.
• Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary.
• Recent paystub/payslip.
• Copy of I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S.
• Copy of approved LCA if applicable.
• If previously under J-1 in U.S. applicant needs waiver of 2 year foreign residence rule.
• Evidence of qualifications must original or certified copy. Consular officers in Canada may refuse to issue a visa to H-1B applicants if their education and/or work experience is solely or predominantly from a country other than the U.S. or Canada.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• Proof of legal status in Canada: original or certified copy.
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Main applicant's documents (copy).
• Proof of dependent's relationship to main applicant (must be original or certified copy - if English translation, must be a certified translation.).

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses while in the U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence in a country outside the U.S. which have no intentions of abandoning.
• Employment letter stating qualifications as a foreign journalist and intended length of stay.
• If applicant is freelance journalist, a valid contract will be required.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• DS-158 (contact information and work history).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• DS-2019
• For Interns and Trainees: Form DS-7002
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses while in the U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence in country outside U.S. which have no intentions of abandoning.
• Important information about SEVIS fees and the 30-day policy
• Additional information about Exchange Visas
• Sponsors for Private Exchange Programs
• Sponsors for Academic and Government Programs

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• DS-158 (contact information and work history).
• DS-2019
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Main applicant's documents (copy).
• Proof of dependent's relationship to main applicant, (must be original or certified copy - if English translation, must be certified translation).

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.
• Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary.
• Recent paystub/payslips.
• Copy of I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S.
• Proof applicant employed 1 out of 3 years abroad by the employer in an executive, managerial, or specialized knowledge capacity.
• Proof employer abroad still exists.
• Waiver of 2 year foreign residence rule if previously under J1 status.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.
• Letter from employer stating position.
• I-129 (3 copies).
• Proof of qualifications to do job.
• $500 fraud prevention and detection fee - effective March 8, 2005

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Main applicant's documents (copy).
• Proof of dependent's relationship to main applicant (must be original or certified copy - if English translation, must be a certified translation).
• The spouses of L visa holders - but not their dependent children - are authorized employment with an "employment authorized" endorsement from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• DS-158(contact information and work history).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• USCIS Form I-20
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses while in U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence in country outside U.S. which have no intentions of abandoning.
• Important information about SEVIS fees and the 30-day policy

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• DS-158 (contact information and work history).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Main applicant's documents (copy).
• Proof of dependent's relationship to main applicant, (must be original or certified copy - if English translation, must be a certified translation).
• Important information about SEVIS fees and the 30-day policy

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.
• Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary.
• Copy of I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.
• Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary.
• Copy of I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Main applicant's documents (copy).
• Proof of dependent's relationship to the main dependent, (must be original or certified copy - if English translation, must be a certified translation).

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.
• Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary.
• Copy of I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S.
• Evidence of qualifications, must be original or certified copy.
• Proof of ties/residence in a country outside the U.S. which have no intentions of abandoning.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.
• Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary
• Copy of I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S.
• Evidence of qualifications, must be original or certified copy.
• Proof of ties/residence in a country outside the U.S. which have no intentions of abandoning.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.
• Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary.
• Copy of I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S.
• Evidence of qualifications, must be original or certified copy.
• Proof of ties/residence in a country outside the U.S. which have no intentions of abandoning.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable visa application fee.
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Main applicant's documents (copy).
• Proof of dependent's relationship to main applicant, (must be original or certified copy - if English translation, must be a certified translation).

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Copy of I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S. Q attachment.
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses while in U.S.
• Proof of ties/residence in country outside the U.S. which have no intentions of abandoning.
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Main applicant's documents (copy).
• Proof of dependent's relationship to main applicant, (must be original or certified copy - if English translation, must be a certified translation).
• Main applicant's documents (copy).

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Proof of membership in the religious organization.
• Proof of the organization's tax exempt status.
• Letter from the organization describing the nature of the employment and length of intended stay in the U.S.
• Applicant must demonstrate they have work experience in their home country with the same religious organization they will represent in U.S.
• Copy of I-129 Petition completed by sponsor and filed with DHS.
• Original or copy of Notice of Approval Form I-797A or I-797B.

• DS-156 (application form) and DS-157 (for applicants over 15 years of age).
• Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
• One passport-size photo.
• Older passports containing previous visas.
• Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
• Non-refundable U.S. Visa Application Fee
• Reciprocity fee (if applicable).
• Proof of membership in the religious organization.
• Proof of the organization's tax exempt status.
• Letter from the organization describing the nature of the employment and length of intended stay in the U.S.
• Applicant must demonstrate they have work experience in their home country with the same religious organization they will represent in U.S.
• Main applicant's documents (copy).

The visa category "Professionals Under the North American Free Trade Agreement" is available only to citizens of Canada and Mexico, under the terms of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Spouses and dependent (minor) children do not need to be Canadian or Mexican citizens. For additional information, please use the links below.