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ARTICLE · 06 AUGUST 2020

What Is The B-1 Visa?

The B-1 visa for Business Visitors allows individuals to take short trips to the U.S. to conduct business matters such as contract negotiations, in-person consulting and attending conferences.

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What Is The B-1 Visa?

The B-1 visa for Business Visitors allows individuals totake short trips tothe U.S. to conduct business matters such as contract negotiations, in-person consulting and attending conferences.

However, visitors are not permitted to accept employment or work in the U.S.Another important note: select countries do not require a visa for business travel.

B-1 Visa Requirements

Individuals are eligible to enter the U.S. on a B-1 visa if they are participating in some of the following business activities:

  • Contract negotiation
  • Short-term training
  • Consulting with business associates

For additional business activities, please speak with your immigration attorney.

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