U.S. embassies and consulates abroad provide routine visa services to thousands of applicants daily. We are committed to resolving the immigrant visa backlog and transparently sharing the […]
Immigration Relief in Emergencies or Unforeseen Circumstances
Unforeseen circumstances, such as natural catastrophes (hurricanes, wildfires, severe weather, etc.), national emergencies (public health emergencies), severe illness (including COVID), […]
Visa Waiver Travel for Israeli Citizens
Visa Waiver Travel for Israeli Citizens Last Updated: October 19, 2023 The Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the […]
What is a U.S. Visa?
A citizen of a foreign country who seeks to enter the United States generally must first obtain a U.S. visa, […]
The CIS Ombudsman’s Webinar Series: Joint Webinar with USCIS on Its New Fee Rule
Event Date: February 29, 2024 at 2:00PM ET to 3:00PM ET The Department of Homeland Security’s Office of the Citizenship and Immigration […]
Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on Federal Court Decision to Allow Parole Processes for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans to Continue
WASHINGTON – Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas issued the following statement following U.S. District Judge Drew B. […]
Final Rule Governing Public Charge Grounds of Visa Ineligibility
The State Department’s regulation governing the public charge grounds of visa ineligibility has been restored to the version that was […]
Work in the U.S. with a work permit (EAD)
As a nonimmigrant visa holder, you may be able to work in the U.S. temporarily with a work permit (Employment […]
Statement by Secretary Mayorkas on Federal Court Decision to Allow Parole Processes for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans to Continue
WASHINGTON – Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas issued the following statement following U.S. District Judge Drew B. […]
Final Rule Governing Public Charge Grounds of Visa Ineligibility
The State Department’s regulation governing the public charge grounds of visa ineligibility has been restored to the version that was […]