I Visa
The I Visa is a type of non-immigrant visa allowing bona fide foreign nationals who serve to be the representatives of radio, foreign press, film, and other forms of foreign information media to enter the United States concerning the production of news-worthy events or documentaries.
Eligibility for I Visa
Video editors, film crew, reporters, employees of independent production companies, freelance journalists working under a contract, and other individuals of a similar professional background can apply for I Visa. Both film and print activities are included in the given category. The media you represent should have an established office back in the native country.
Qualifying for the I Visa
Towards qualifying for the I Visa, the applicant should:
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Possess credentials issued by the journalistic association
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Produce a movie that can be utilized for a TV stations or some other media to provide news and information
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Produce a movie that will not be used for advertising or commercial entertainment purpose
Privileges with I Visa
Once you have the I Visa, you can:
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Enter the United States and start working for foreign films, press, television, or some other media for a short-term period
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Not maintaining any foreign residence
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Traveling in and out of the United States or being in the United States for the entire tenure of production
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Applying for dependent visas for spouses and unmarried children who are under 21 years of age
Duration limit of the I Visa?
There is no limitation on the overall stay in the United States with I Visa. You can look forward to staying for an unlimited period of time with the help of one-year visa extensions. You should, however, continue serving in the same position for which you have been granted the I Visa.
