Know Your Rights
If you are coming to the United States for work or study, we are confident you will have a pleasant and rewarding stay. If you encounter any problems, however, you have rights and can seek assistance.
Recent changes to U.S. law delineate the legal rights of employment-based non-immigrant visa holders under federal immigration and labor laws. As a temporary visitor to the U.S., it is important you are aware of your rights, protections, and the resources available to you when working or studying in the U.S.
If you are applying for a visa to work or study in the U.S. (e.g., “F”, “H2”, “B-1 domestic”, “H1”, “TN”, “L”, “P”, and “E” visas) please review the Nonimmigrant Rights, Protections and Resources pamphlet (PDF 252 KB) before your interview.
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Mexico, D.F., June 20, 2012 - U.S. consular operations in Mexico rank number four worldwide in issuance of Investor and Treaty Trader visas. This is a critical program to stimulate foreign direct investment in the United States. (E visas)
- Effective April 13, 2012, the Department of State will adjust visa processing fees. The fees for most nonimmigrant visa applications and Border Crossing Cards will increase, while all immigrant visa processing fees will decrease. (New Fee)
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