Tuesday, May 28, 2013

What To Know About B2 Visa

By Tony Clerk


A visa is an endorsement that is on a passport used to indicate the holder has permission to enter, leave or stay within a country for a specific amount of time. There are many different passes of this type that are available. The B visa is one category that is issued in the United States of America to foreigners that are seeking entrance into the country for a temporary time period. There are two types: B1 visa and B2 Visa.

The B1 type is given to people who are entering the US for businesses reasons. In contrast, B2 visas are given to the individuals entering for tourism or other purposes not related to business. These two categories are often put together and given out as B1-B2 visa that is valid for temporary visitors who are in the country for pleasure, business or both.

There are fees that come with getting these passes. Usually there is an application fee and in some cases an issuance fee, which is often relative to fee reciprocity. Visas that are issued by the American government always come with a validity time period, usually up to ten years. These passes may be good for multiple or single entrances into the US. The time period is based on the records kept by the Border Protection and Customs officials at the place of entry. These regulations will vary by country, with validity periods lasting for a few months up to a decade.

B2 types are usually permitted for up to six months. B1 passes usually lasts long enough for individuals to conduct their business, six months, and may grant individuals extension for an additional six months. Extensions are usually available to those who have not violated condition of admission.

A lot of things can go under the category of business and pleasure. People might enter on a business pass if they have to purchase materials or supplies, handle exams or tests, perform professional duties, sign or negotiate contracts, settle estates and hold meetings or conventions.

People who want to come for purposes of pleasure must obtain the B2 pass. They are usually given to people who want to travel throughout the states, visit with family or friends, get involved in fraternal, service or social activities, or get medical attention. The pass can be applied by some cohabitating couples.

In order to get this pass, individuals must have a valid passport. Furthermore, the individual must prove to the consular officer that he or she will return abroad when the temporary period is complete and will not participate in unauthorized employment while in America. This pass is only given to applicants who demonstrate that their financial resources would be enough to support the round trip travel and living expenses for their temporary visit.

The B2 visa is issued in the United States of America with valid passport. This particular pass is given to individuals who are requesting temporary time in the country for non-business related purposes, such as tourism. Typically these are granted for up to six months. In some cases, extensions may be given. Those interested in immigration may hire immigration lawyers to help them attain permanent citizenship.




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