R-1 Religious Worker Visa

R-1 Visa General Information: The United States government issues visas to individuals who are members of legitimate religious organizations so they can live and work legally in the United States for a specific period of time. These visas are called R-1 Religious Worker Visas. R-1 Visas are made available to members of the clergy and also to key employees of religious organizations. The process of completing and submitting a request for an R-1 Visa can be both costly and confusing. However, the R-1 Religious Worker Visa Application Guide makes the application process easy to understand. This is a step-by-step guide to help you file your R-1 Visa application as efficiently and quickly as possible.

R-1 Visa Eligibility Requirements: R-1 Visas can be obtained if the applicant has been a member of a legitimate religious denomination for at least 2 years. R-2 Visas can be obtained for accompanying relatives of the main applicant (R-1 Visa holder). Other requirements may apply and it is recommended to review the information in the application manual before applying.

The R-1 Religious Worker Visa Application Guide includes:

• R-1 Religious Worker Visa overview
• R-1 Visa eligibility and requirements
• R-1 Visa privileges and limitations
• R-1 Visa Extension information
• How to complete the application forms
• How to apply at a U.S. consulate
• How to change your status to R1 if you already are in the U.S.
• How to obtain R2 Visas for accompanying relatives
• List of all USCIS (formerly INS) offices nationwide
• List of United States embassies and consulates
• FREE R-1 Visa application forms
  * All immigration forms are provided to you free of charge with the purchase of this application guide.