American Visa Services
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The American Journey | Starts Here
What Is a US Visa?
A US Visa is a stamp placed inside your passport. It allows you to travel to a US port of entry, such as an airport or a land border. Your visa indicates that an officer at a U.S. Embassy abroad decided that you are eligible to request entry for the purpose of the visa.
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Who Needs a US Visa?Citizens of most countries in the world require a visa to travel temporarily to the United States. A visa is also needed to study, work or immigrate to the United States.
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What Types of US Visas Are Available?Two main categories of visas are available to foreign nationals. They can select either a Non-immigrant visa (for temporary visits) or an Immigrant visa (to establish permanent residency). In total, there are about 185 types of visas across both categories.
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