B1 and B2 Visas

The B-1 and B-2 are temporary visas for non-immigrants. B-1 and B-2 non-immigrants can be admitted for an initial period of up to 6 months. This time period will be reflected on Form I-94.

A B-1 petition is filed for persons who are coming to the U.S. primarily to benefit an overseas Employer. B-1s cannot receive a salary or payment from any U.S. employer or other source other than reimbursement for expenses accrued. Moreover, the list of permissible activities for persons holding a B-1 are very limited. Any activities performed must benefit a foreign employer as opposed to a United States Corporation or business. Additionally, the work performed should occur outside of the United States in the visa holder's home country. The list of permissible activities may include:

• engaging in commercial transactions not U.S. employment such as seeking and taking sales orders from domestic companies, making purchases of equipment or supplies;

• negotiating contracts for a foreign employer;

• consulting with business associates;

• engaging in litigation;

• attending training programs;

• participating in scientific, educational, professional or business conventions or conferences.

The rules regarding B-1 activities for Canadian citizens are much more broad than for other B-1 non-immigrants. They are often allowed to enter the United States without an I-94

A B-2 is for persons who are entering for personal reasons. Often the B-2 is used for relatives of a B-1 visa holder.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON U.S. IMMIGRATION OR ASSISTANCE WITH YOUR IMMIGRATION NEEDS, PLEASE CONTACT: 763.300.4468

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