America is a nation that has been successful largely due to the influx of talented and hardworking people from other lands.
Regardless of whether an individual has come to the United States for his family, or to further his career, in the end our culture and economy are both enriched as a result.
The process of obtaining legal authorization to enter and/or remain within the country can be quite confusing and complex and the failure to ensure that you are in compliance with the legal demands and restrictions can compromise your access for years.
The first step toward the granting of a visa/status is to discuss with a skilled and experienced attorney the nature of your intended visit or move.
This will then serve to help a lawyer identify the appropriate classification for your needs so that you do not unwittingly file a doomed application.
Generally speaking, there are two broad categories of immigration status, those which are related to one's work and those that are associated with an applicant's personal life.
The Availability of Work and Non-work Visas Because there are so many people who would like to make the United States their home or place of business, there are limitations on the number of visas that can be granted each year.
Occasionally, there are exceptions made and these quotas are reviewed to determine whether another amount should be fixed.
Unfortunately, this can lead to lengthy delays, and errors in an application can extend this period.
Work-related visas may be available for:

• Religious workers
• Foreign investors
• Foreign business owners
• Specialty occupations
• Foreign executives

Other visas may be available for:

• Students
• A spouse of a U.
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• A fiancé of a U.
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• Temporary visitors