Obtaining a U.S. Visa
February 6, 2009 by Thomas Esparza
Filed under Families
A step-by-step outline of today’s
U.S. visa application procedures
For years the United States of America has required thatmany
people wishing to travel to the U.S. to study, visit or conduct
business first obtain a visa. Recently, the U.S., like many other
countries, has updated visa policies to increase security for
citizens and visitors. Yet, much remains unchanged.
Today, as in the past,most travelers to the U.S.must obtain a visa.The process still includes application
forms and interviews as well as the collection and cross-checking of names in a highly sophisticated
inter-agency database. As a visa applicant today, it is important that you recognize that these
name-checking and registration processes are necessary and crucial elements that protect our
citizens and our visitors, so please allow for extra time in your planning. Because of this process,
many visas take at least several weeks, but some can take longer.While individual experience may
differ, here are the basic steps you should follow and what you can expect throughout the process.
Austin and Central Texas Resource Guide
February 6, 2009 by Thomas Esparza
Filed under Families
Community Resources
The Many Things a Notary Public and Immigration Services will Never Tell You
February 6, 2009 by Thomas Esparza
Filed under Families
Entering the United States illegally carries serious penalties…
Can You Become a Citizen?
February 6, 2009 by Thomas Esparza
Filed under Families
Naturalization Eligibility Worksheet
Instructions
What Is the Purpose of This Worksheet?
The attached “Eligibility Worksheet” will help you decide if you are eligible to apply for naturalization.
Do not send the completed worksheet to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
