US Visa Categories

Type of Visa Document Requirements Visa Fee
A1
A2


Ambassador, Diplomat or Consul Official

Other Foreign Government Official


  • DS-160 (application form).
  • 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.
No Fee

A3


Personal Employee of A1/A2

  • DS-160 (application form).
  • 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.
No Fee
B1
B2


Visitor For Business

Visitor for Pleasure


  • DS-160 (application form).
  • 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.
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses while in U. S.
  • Proof of ties/residence in a country outside U.S.
  • Evidence which shows purpose of trip.
$140
C1


Alien in Transit
  • DS-160 (application form).
  • 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.
  • 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.
$140
C1



Alien Crewman in Transit
  • DS-160 (application form).
  • 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.
  • 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.
$140
C2


Alien in Transit-United Nations
  • DS-160 (application form).
  • 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.
  • 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.
$140
C3


Transit- Foreign Official or Family
  • DS-160 (application form).
  • 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.
$140
D


Crew Member- Ship or Aircraft Crew
  • DS-160 (application form).
  • 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.
  • 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.
$140

E1
E2

Treaty Trader

Treaty Investor

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). 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. Detailed E visa Information The following documents make up the application:

  • DS-160 (application form) for all applicants and dependents, with a passport photo for each.
  • A cover letter summarizing the requirements for an E visa and how the applicant(s) fulfils them.
  • Supporting documentation as outlined below.
  • Proper payment included for each of the applicants and dependents.
  • Note: Only spouses and children under 21 may apply as dependents.

 

$390
E3


Specialty Occupation (Australian Nationals Only)
  • DS-160 (application form)
  • 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.
  • US$390 non-refundable application fee.
  • Reciprocity fee (if applicable)
  • I-797 (either I-797A or I-797B) (I-797C is not acceptable) must be original and full page. Appointment should be made ten days prior to the validity date on the I-797 or after the validity date has passed.
  • 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.
$390
E3

Spouse or Child of E3
  • DS-160 (application form)
  • 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.
  • US$100 non-refundable 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.).
$390
F1

Student
  • DS-160 (application form)
  • 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.
  • SEVIS Form I-901 (form given by the school)
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover all expenses while in U.S.
  • Proof of ties/residence in country outside the U.S.
  • Important information about SEVIS fees and the 30-day policy
$140
F2

Spouse

Child of F1

  • DS-156 (application form).
  • DS-158 (contact information and work history).
  • 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.
  • US$100 non-refundable 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 information about SEVIS fees and the 30-day policy
$140
G1


Permanent Representative to International Organization
  • DS-160 (application form)
  • 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.
No Fee
G2


Temporary Representative to International Organization
  • DS-160 (application form)
  • 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.
No Fee
G3


Representative Non-recognized Member of International Organization

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • 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.
No Fee
G4


Employee of International

Organization and Family

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • 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/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.
No Fee
G5


Personal Employee of G1/2/3/4
  • DS-160 (application form)
  • 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.
No Fee
H1


Temporary Worker of Distinguished Merit & Ability
  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas.
  • Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
  • I-797 (either I-797A or I-797B – I-797C is not acceptable) Must be original and full page. Appointment should be made ten days prior to the validity date on the I-797 or after the validity date has passed.
  • 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.

$150

H1A
H1B

Nurses (Temporary)

Distinguished Merit (Other than Nurse)

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • 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.
  • I-797 (either I-797A or I-797B) (I-797C is not acceptable) Must be original and full page. Appointment should be made ten days prior to the validity date on the I-797 or after the validity date has passed.
  • 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.

$150
H2
H2A
H2B


Temporary Worker Performing Agricultural Services

Temporary Agricultural Worker

Non-Agricultural Temporary Worker

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • 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.
  • I-797(either I-797Aor I-797B) (I-797C is not acceptable) Must be original and full page. Appointment should be made ten days prior to the validity date on the I-797 or after the validity date has passed.
  • 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.
$150
H3


Trainee
  • DS-160 (application form)
  • 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.
  • I-797(either I-797Aor I-797B) (I-797C is not acceptable) Must be original and full page. Appointment should be made ten days prior to the validity date on the I-797 or after the validity date has passed.
  • 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.
$150
H4

Spouse

Child of H-1A/1B/2A/2B/3

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • 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.
  • 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.).
$150
I


Foreign Information Media and Family
  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas.
  • Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
  • 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.
$140
J1

Exchange Visitor
$140
J2


Spouse

Child of J1

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas.
  • Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
  • 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).
$140
K


Fiancé

Fiancée Visa

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas.
  • Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
$350
L1


Inter-Company Transferee (Executive, Manager)
  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas.
  • Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
  • I-797 original and full page.
  • 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.
  • For other L-Visa information, please click here.
$150
L


Blanket Petition
  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas.
  • Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
  • I-797, approval Blanket L.
  • Letter from employer stating position.
  • I-129 (3 copies).
  • Proof of qualifications to do job.
  • $500 fraud prevention and detection fee
$150
L2


Spouse

Child of L1

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas.
  • Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
  • 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.
$150
M1


Visitor for Vocational

Technical Training

$140
M2


Spouse

Child of M-1

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas.
  • Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
  • US$100 non-refundable 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
$140

O1
O2

Alien of Extraordinary Ability

Alien Accompanying O-1 Alien

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas.
  • Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
  • I-797 must be original and full page.
  • 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.
$150
O3


Spouse

Child of O-1 or O-2 Alien

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas.
  • Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
  • 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).
$150
P1
P2
P3


Athlete-Specific Event or Entertainment Group

Artist – Reciprocal Exchange

Culturally Unique Artist

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas.
  • Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
  • I-797 must be original and full page.
  • Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary.
  • 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.
$150
P4


Spouse

Child of P-1, P-2, or P-3

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas. Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
  • 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).
$150
Q1


International Cultural Exchange
  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas.
  • Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
  • 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.
$150
Q2


Spouse

Child of Q1 Alien

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas.
  • Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
  • 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).
$150
R1
R2


Alien in Religious Occupation

Spouse

Child of R-1 Alien

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months).
  • One passport-size photo.
  • Older passports containing previous visas.
  • Documents substantiating previous legal status in U.S.
  • 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.
  • If have I-797 must bring original.
$150
TN


NAFTA
Available to only citizens of Canada and Mexico. Canadians do not need visas and are processed at the point of entry. Mexicans do need visas. In short, the TN visa has the same requirements as the H1B. Qualifications for NAFTA: 1. The profession is recognized under NAFTA. 2. The alien possesses the specific criteria for that profession. 3. The prospective position requires someone in that professional capacity. 4. The alien is going to work for a U.S. employer. For Mexicans requesting TN visa: Same requirements as a H1B visa applicant. Click here for H1B info. For Canadians requesting TN status: 1. Go to a US point of entry. 2. Request TN status. 3. Provide a copy of the applicant’s college degree and employment records, which establish qualification for the prospective job. 4. Provide a letter from the prospective U.S.-based employer offering him/her a job in the United States. a. This job must be one which is included on the list of professions under NAFTA, Appendix 1603.D.1.

 

  • Canadian citizens are not required to obtain a visa, but instead receive “TN” status with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) at the port of entry.
  • The “TN” status will only be granted if the period of stay is temporary.

For more information, please click here.

$150
TD

Spouse

Child of TN

  • DS-160 (application form)
  • 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.
  • 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.)
$150