United States

• Tourist Visa (B1/B2 Visa): Allows stays of up to 6 months, with possible extensions.
• Temporary Residence Visa (Work, Student, Exchange Visa, etc.): Validity ranges from 1 to 5 years depending on the visa type (e.g., H-1B, F-1, J-1, etc.).
• Permanent Residence (Green Card): Grants indefinite stay, but the card must be renewed every 10 years.

• Tourist Visa: Application fee is approximately $185.
• Temporary Residence Visa: Fees vary; H-1B Visa costs around $205, while F-1 Student Visa costs about $185.
• Permanent Residence (Green Card): Application fees can range from $1,225 to $2,500 depending on the category.

• Tourist Visa: Extensions of up to 6 months may be possible by applying to USCIS before the current visa expires.
• Temporary Residence Visa: Many visas are renewable or extendable based on work, study, or sponsorship.
• Permanent Residence (Green Card): Not applicable, but holders can apply for U.S. citizenship after a qualifying period.

• Tourist Visa: Typically takes 3 weeks to several months, depending on the consulate.
• Temporary Residence Visa: Processing varies; H-1B takes 3 to 6 months, while F-1 visas are usually processed within 2 to 4 weeks.
• Permanent Residence (Green Card): Processing time can take 6 months to several years, depending on the category.

• Tourist Visa: Required for travelers from non-visa-exempt countries visiting for leisure, business, or medical purposes.
• Temporary Residence Visa: Available to students, workers, investors, exchange visitors, and family members of U.S. residents.
• Permanent Residence (Green Card): Eligible applicants include those sponsored by employers, family members, or through diversity lottery programs.

Applications must be submitted online through the U.S. Department of State website or at a U.S. embassy or consulate in the applicant’s country.

1. Complete the online visa application (DS-160 for non-immigrant visas, DS-260 for immigrant visas).
2. Pay the required visa fee.
3. Schedule and attend a visa interview at the U.S. embassy or consulate.
4. Submit biometric data (fingerprints) during the interview.
5. Await processing and receive a decision.

• Tourist Visa: No fixed requirement, but applicants must show sufficient funds for their stay.
• Work Visas (H-1B, L-1, etc.): Salary must meet the prevailing wage for the position and location.
• Family-Sponsored Green Cards: The sponsor must earn at least $24,650 per year for a family of two (higher for larger households).

• New York City – Financial, cultural, and entertainment hub.
• Los Angeles – Known for Hollywood and entertainment industries.
• Chicago – A major business and architectural center.
• San Francisco – A tech industry and cultural hotspot.
• Miami – A major tourist and international trade city.

• Official Language: English.
• Spanish is widely spoken, along with Chinese, French, and other immigrant languages.