Tourist visa immigration attorney California trusts, attorney Franklin Nelson, is exceptionally experienced in helping clients to obtain, extend, and address concerns with tourist visas. Today attorney Nelson, our top immigration attorney here at Nelson and Associates, is going to explain what you need to know about tourist visas.
Tourist Visa Immigration Attorney California Trusts Explains Tourist Visas
What is a “Tourist Visa”?
A tourist visa is also known as a “visitor visa” or a B-2 visa. The purpose of the B-2 visa is to permit foreign nationals to enter the US temporarily, for example, if they were taking a vacation to Los Angeles. The B-2 visa is what is referred to as a “non-immigrant” visa. This means that the person seeking this type of visa is not actually looking to establish residency in the US, rather, they are just visiting.
Why Might You Need a Tourist Visa?
There are a number of reasons why someone might seek a B-2 visa, for example:
- Taking a vacation (as mentioned above)
- Looking at property
- Conducting independent research
- Attending seminars, conferences, or conventions
- Visiting family or friends
- Visiting the country for medical treatment
Applying for a Tourist Visa
Applying for a B visa is most commonly done at the US consulate or embassy in the country where a foreign national lives. While this is the case, the application process can be overwhelming and as restrictions on foreign nationals being permitted entry to the country have increased, more B-2 applicants are being denied than ever before.
While it is possible to apply for a B-2 visa at a US consulate outside of your own country, this can make it much more difficult to qualify, so it’s always best to apply for a visa at the US consulate in your own country if possible.
After completing a visa application, you will need to schedule an interview. There are some exceptions in which interviews are not generally required, for example, children 13 and under and adults 80 and older. There is a wait time for visa interviews so you need to begin the visa process as soon as possible to ensure that you get your visa in time. The exact wait time for a visa interview depends on a range of factors including the location of your interview and the season of the year. For example, a location in a big city and an application made just before the summer break will mean a longer waiting time.
What You Need to Know About the B-2 Visa
The B-2 visa is, as already mentioned, a non-immigrant visa. This is important for applicants to keep in mind because this is the element that causes the most difficulty for immigrants when seeking entry to the U.S. You see, as an applicant, it’s your responsibility to prove that you have no intention of trying to stay in the U.S. while in the country. This can be a difficult task and the scrutiny that it brings can leave applicants feeling intimidated. This feeling of being intimidated can lead you to act in a way that your interviewer may deem as suspicious and this creates an entirely new set of problems.
How Can Attorney Nelson Help With Your Tourist Visa?
With the increased scrutiny of applications for visas by foreign nationals, attorney Nelson works one on one with applicants to prepare visa application packets for them. By filling out the necessary forms and assessing the circumstance of each applicant, attorney Nelson helps clients to understand what they should expect from their application and ensures that there is no miscommunication on application forms due to language barriers.
Another benefit of working with an immigration attorney like attorney Nelson is that applicants generally feel that they are better prepared for their interview process at the consular office. With his experience of the B-2 visa application and processing steps, attorney Nelson works hard to ensure that every client feels confident and better understands what is expected from them during their consulate interview. Think of it as a “dry run” that helps to eliminate those initial nerves as well as to clear up any confusing language that may be used during the interview.
Looking For a Tourist Visa Immigration Attorney California Trusts?
If you are searching for a tourist visa immigration attorney who can help you to obtain a tourist visa, extend your tourist visa, or address other concerns over your visa, just call Nelson Immigration Law. Dial 626-683-3451 to set up your visa consultation today!
