If you are not a Canadian citizen or a citizens from Visa Waiver Program country, you will require a visa in order to visit the US. There are different types of nonimmigrant visas for temporary visitors to the U.S. The purpose of your travel will determine what type of visa is required under U.S. immigration law. Please consult the table below in order to determine what type of visa is suitable for you.
| Purpose of travel to the US |
Visa Type |
| Border Crossing Card: Mexico (Laser Visa) | BCC |
| Business visitors | B-1 |
| Visitors for tourism or vacation |
B-2 |
| Visitors for medical treatment |
B-2 |
| Transiting the United States | C |
| Crewmembers | D |
| Treaty traders/treaty investors | E |
| Students | F, M |
| Workers with highly specialized skills |
H-1B |
| Agricultural workers | H-2A |
| Other temporary workers | H-2B |
| Professors or teachers as exchange visitors | J,Q |
| Fiancees or spouses of US citizens | K |
| Intra-company transferees | L |
| Individuals with extraordinary achievements | O |
| Religious Workers | R |
Questions about US Visa Appointments? Read our US Visa FAQ`s
