Temporary Work and Business Visas for Foreign Nationals
The United States offers various non-immigrant visas that allow foreign nationals to live and work temporarily or conduct business activities in the country. Whether you’re a skilled professional, an intra-company transferee, an investor, or a business visitor, Borderless Lawyers can help you identify the right visa and guide you through the application process.
✅ Key U.S. Work & Business Non-Immigrant Visas
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H-1B Visa: Specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor’s degree
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L-1 Visa: Intra-company transfers of managers, executives, or employees with specialized knowledge
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O-1 Visa: Individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics
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E-1/E-2 Visas: Treaty traders and investors conducting substantial trade or investment in the U.S.
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TN Visa: Professionals from Canada and Mexico under NAFTA/USMCA
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B-1 Visa: Business visitors attending meetings, conferences, or negotiations
🔍 Eligibility Overview
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Job offer or business purpose matching the visa category
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Relevant qualifications or demonstrated extraordinary ability (for certain visas)
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Proof of company affiliation or treaty country citizenship (for E visas)
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Intent to return to home country after the visa expires
📋 Application Process
1. Determine Visa Category
Select the visa type that best fits your work or business purpose.
2. Employer or Applicant Petition
For many work visas, employers file petitions with USCIS on your behalf.
3. Complete Visa Application
Submit Form DS-160 and schedule a visa interview at the U.S. consulate or embassy.
4. Attend Interview & Provide Biometrics
Present supporting documents and answer questions regarding your application.
5. Receive Visa & Travel to the U.S.
Once approved, travel to the U.S. to begin your temporary work or business stay.
💡 Benefits of U.S. Work & Business Non-Immigrant Visas
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Legal authorization to work or conduct business temporarily
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Opportunity to gain U.S. professional experience
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Possible path to permanent residency (depending on visa)
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Ability to bring eligible dependents in many visa categories
🧾 How Borderless Lawyers Can Help
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Visa eligibility assessments
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Petition and application preparation
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Document review and interview coaching
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Employer compliance and legal advice
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Extensions, amendments, and change of status assistance
🌐 Ready to Work or Do Business in the U.S.?
Our immigration experts provide tailored solutions to help you obtain the right non-immigrant work or business visa smoothly.