How Non-Immigrant Visas Work

You only need to apply for a visa if you are not a member of one of the countries that are included in the visa waiver program. For example, most Canadians do not need a visa to enter the U.S. With a visa waiver, travelers are permitted to enter the country for up to 90 days.

If you are not eligible for a waiver, you will have to fill out paperwork and turn it into your consulate. Once you receive a visa, you are allowed a certain amount of time to stay in the U.S. Most visas also contain provisions about employment. Some are eligible for extensions.

Common Reasons for Visa Rejection

After going through the arduous process of applying for a visa, the last thing you want to hear is that your request was denied. Unfortunately, every day individuals learn that they were not granted access to the United States.

Some common reasons you may not receive your visa are:

⦁ Your application was incomplete
⦁ You failed to provide necessary supporting documentation
⦁ Your intent does not coincide with the visa you applied for
⦁ You misrepresented yourself on the paperwork
⦁ You are facing a public charge
⦁ You are currently residing in the United States illegally

Just because your visa was denied does not mean that the battle is over. This is when you may need an attorney more than ever to represent you in an appeal. We know how to carefully and tactfully assist our clients in requesting a visa and completing all forms.

Why Bonnaig & Associates, LLC?

As attorneys who concentrate in employment and immigration law, our team understands the many nuances of applying for visas or gaining entrance to the United States. We are a diverse group of attorneys and staff and we have lived overseas. We are committed to honoring the varied cultures we come into contact with and treating every client with respect. Let us analyze your problem, then work with you to come up with a solution. We are proud to be NELA, AILA, and New York State Bar members. Check out our excellent reviews to see what other clients have to say about our service.