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Welcome to this official United States visa information source. Before traveling to the U.S., a citizen of a foreign country
must generally obtain a nonimmigrant visa for temporary stay or an immigrant visa for permanent residence. The type of visa
you will need is based on the purpose of your travel.
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We welcome the millions of foreign visitors and immigrants who come to the U.S. each year. They add greatly to our nation's cultural, educational, and economic life. In addition to open doors, we also believe in secure borders to keep us all safe.