The Law Offices of Kermit A. Monge, PLLC offers Fairfax, VA immigration law services to those needing assistance in their immigration process. If you have an immigration-related concern, especially ones related to your visa or green card situation, work with our talented team. We strive to provide you with the best possible outcome in your process, and ensure you’re fully informed along the way.
Immigration Visas Available In Fairfax, VA
There are many immigration visa types and green card status. Working with an immigration attorney during your visa process will greatly enhance your experience. An experienced attorney will know exactly how to approach this detailed application process, and make sure you don’t overlook anything. This review highlights each one and who makes a good applicant.
Employment Visas
Fairfax, VA employment visas such as the A-1, A-2, A-3 and EB visas are for employees who are able to enter the United States and work for a U.S.-based company or for the government.
A Visas
When foreign diplomats, ambassadors or government officials are seeking entry to the United States, A visas are available for them to apply. These visas work in a tiered system, and each tier depends on their diplomatic or government official status. Information on the tiers are below:
A-1 Visa
An A-1 Visa is given to diplomatic officials, consular officers and ministers that are in the country for government-related work.
A-2 Visa
An A-2 visa is also for government-officials who are accepted by the U.S. Secretary of State, although they are not diplomats as is the case with A-1 visa holders. Instead, it is primarily for military members and employees of a foreign country that are here to perform a specific duty on behalf of their nation.
A-3 Visa
A-3 visa holders are here along with an A-1 or A-2 visa holder. It applies to family members and those who work alongside the A-1 or A-2 visa holder.
EB-1A Visa
The EB-1A visa program is designed for individuals with “extraordinary abilities”. This includes individuals who work within the field of athletics, education, science, arts and more.
EB-1B Visa
The EB-1B visa program is for professors and researchers that have a history of working within their native country. Applicants must have an offer for US employment to be considered.
EB-1C Visa
High-level executives of an international company may enter the United States and work for an extended period of time through the EB-1C visa program.
EB-2 Visa
The EB-2 visa allows professionals in the science, arts and business fields to live and work in the U.S. For eligibility, the applicant must possess a B.A. degree and five years of professional experience or an advanced degree.
EB-3 Visa
The EB-3 Visa is for individuals who work in a field where there is not enough U.S.-based workers. Applicants must hold the necessary skills and education requirements to work within the industry.
EB-4 Visa
Religious leaders and members of a clergy may live in and work inside the United States and work for an extended period of time through the EB-4 visa program.
EB-5 Visa
This is an “immigrant investor program” that allows foreign investors to live and work in the United States if they can boost the U.S. economy through job creation.
H-1B Visa
H-1B visas are for nonimmigrants with a Bachelor’s degree or higher that work in a specialized industry. Examples of “specialized industries” include medicine, science and technology.
L-1 Visas
The L-1 visa program is an immigration visa for nonimmigrants that work for an international company that has offices inside the United States.
L-1A Visa
An L-1A visa is the most common L-1 visa. It is primarily for company executives, managers and other important employees that need to work at a U.S. based location.
L-1B Visa
L-1B visas are for employees that have “special knowledge” and are vital to the company. The way it affects the applicant if approved is essentially the same as an L-1A visa.
L-2 Visa
An L-2 Visa is for nonimmigrants that desire to bring their children along with them when they relocate to a U.S. based office. The foreign individual’s spouse may, of course, also join them in the United States.
O Visas
If you work in the science, arts, business, athletics or entertainment industry and have international notoriety or possess “extraordinary skills,” then you may be able to receive an O employment visa.
Q Visas
Q visas are international exchange visitor programs. They allow the applicant to come into the United States as a part of a government-approved cultural exchange program.
Fairfax, VA Fiancé Visas
Fiancé visas such as the K-1, K-2 and K-3 visas are for nonimmigrants that are engaged to be married to someone who lives in the U.S. and is a current U.S. resident, along with their children (K-2 visa).
K-1 Visa
The K-1 visa program allows the fiancé of a U.S. resident to come into the United States legally. They have 90 days to get married. Otherwise, they may have to return to their home country.
K-2 Visa
A K-2 visa is for the children of a K-1 visa holder. To qualify, the children must be under the age of 21 and unmarried.
K-3 Visa
A K-3 visa is ideal for nonimmigrants that have already married a U.S. resident but has not applied for or received a green card. It allows the spouse to stay in the country while waiting for approval from the USCIS.
Fairfax, VA Non-Immigrant Visas
Non-immigrant visas are given to athletes, entertainers, sports teams and entertainment groups. The types of non-immigrant visas are laid out below.
P-1A Visa
The P-1A visa is for individuals, including athletes, dancers, singers and other performers. It is most notably for those who do not qualify for an O visa.
P-1B Visa
Sports teams, dance teams, bands and other types of entertainment groups may apply for a P-1B visa. This allows the group to come into the U.S. to participate in a specific competition or event.
P-2 Visa
The P-2 visa program accommodates entertainment groups and entertains in a reciprocal exchange program between the United States and another nation.
P-3 Visa
The P-3 visa allows international coaches, entertainers and teachers that are culturally unique the opportunity to come into the United States to perform a specific purpose. This is a type of temporary non-immigrant visa.
P-4 Visa
The P-4 visa is for nonimmigrants who intend to travel along with their spouse or parent, who must be a P-1, P-2 or P-3 visa holder. It is only applicable for children that are 20 and under and are not currently married.
U Visa
In the unfortunate event you were the victim of mental abuse, physical abuse or another crime while on a United States visa, you may be eligible for a U visa. This allows you to remain in the United States if you are willing to assist law enforcement with any investigations.
Fairfax, VA Student Visas
Student visas allow international students to study in the U.S. It is applicable to accredited colleges and universities, vocational learning, technical schools and student exchange programs.
F-1 Visa
If you can support yourself financially and are willing to enroll as a full-time student, then you can apply for an F-1 visa. This allows you to study at any accredited college or university in the U.S.
J-1 Visa
An exchange visitor visa (J-1 visa) allows nonimmigrants that are a part of a sponsorship program that is approved by the Department of State to study in the United States.
M-1 Visa
An M-1 visa is a student visa for vocational learning. It offers applicants the ability to learn at a technical school or in a vocational program.
Fairfax, VA Visitor Visas
You can travel to the United States with a B-1 or B-2 visa. This allows you to tour your favorite U.S. cities or attend a business event.
B-1 Visa
The purpose of the B-1 visa is to allow nonimmigrants a chance to tour the United States for business-related reasons, such as to visit a conference or meet with prospective international clients.
B-2 Visa
The B-2 visa is a tourist visa. It allows nonimmigrants a chance to tour American cities and stay for up to six months at a time.
Fairfax, VA Green Cards
Green cards are a way to achieve permanent legal status in the United States. It allows you to live and work in the United States on a permanent and legal basis.
Employment-Based Green Cards
Are you interested in an employment-based green card? You may be eligible if you have an employer that is willing to sponsor and hire you on a permanent basis inside the United States.
Family-Based Green Cards
Family-based green cards are for nonimmigrants that have an immediate relative that is a U.S. resident. If so, they can apply for a green card to join their close relative.
Waivers
Waivers are a way to have the U.S. government to overlook an immigration violation (inadmissibility) during the green card application process.
Fairfax, VA Removal Defense
Removable defense protects you from deportation or being forced to leave the country. If you are interested in removable defense, contact our law office today.
Asylum
Asylum seekers are able to benefit from granted legal protection if they face persecution in their home country by the government.
Cancellation Of Removal
Cancellation of removal is for nonimmigrants that have a deportable status. This is a document that requests a change to a lawfully admitted status.
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status
Special immigration juvenile status offers children 20 and under who are victims of abuse, neglect or abandonment legal protection and quality care.
Speak With A Fairfax, VA Immigration Attorney
Going through a visa or green card process can be very stressful. When you work with a qualified Fairfax, VA immigration law attorney, you allow yourself to enjoy a simpler process. The talented team at the Law Offices of Kermit A. Monge, PLLC are here to assist you along the way. We will work to get the best possible outcome for your immigration process, and keep you informed along the way. Call our Fairfax, VA immigration attorneys. We assist with all visa and green card cases and can answer your questions during a consultation. Reach out today by phone at (703) 273-5500 or request a consultation online.