Types of Visa Classes

If you are not eligible for the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) or not exempt from the visa requirement, you'll need a visa. These visas are primarily classified according to the principal purpose of travel. With few exceptions, visa holders are restricted to the activity or reason for which their visa was issued.

Visa Waiver Program

Visa Exemptions

Find the proper visa type for your U.S. stay:

• Business, Pleasure or Medical Treatment: B-1/B-2
  
  
• Domestic Helpers: B-1, A-3 and G-5
  
  
• Students: F and M
  
  
• Exchange Work/Study: J
  
  
• Temporary Workers: H, L, O and P
  
  
• In Transit: C; Crew: D and C-1/D
  
  
• Journalists and Media: I
  
  
• Treaty Traders, Investors and Specialty Occupation: E-1 thru E-3
  
  
• Religious Workers: R
  
  
• Diplomatic and Government Officials: A and G
  
  
• Internships