Educational and Cultural AffairsThe Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State fosters mutual understanding between the people of the United States…
Employment-based Visa CategoryVisa cases under these categories are processed based on an approved Form I-140 visa petition.
ESTAElectronic System for Travel Authorization ((ESTA)) is an automated system that determines the eligibility of visitors (nationals from 37 participating…
Evidence of RelationshipIn keeping with our goal of immigration based on reuniting family and loved ones, an officer must be fully convinced that a petition is based on a…
Exchange VisitorA foreign citizen coming to the United States to participate in a particular program in education, training, research, or other authorized exchange…
Exchange Visitor Skills ListThe Exchange Visitor Skills List (J visas) is a list of fields of specialized knowledge and skills that are deemed necessary for the development of an…
Extension of StayExtending the length of time a visa holder is authorized to stay in the United States, when approved by USCIS.