B Visa Articles
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I-94 Expiration and Admit Dates Explained
Published on July 29, 2025Form I-94 is a record of arrivals and departures issued to foreign visitors admitted to the United States. Understanding your I-94 expiration date is critical, as it dictates how long you are authorized to remain in the U.S., regardless of your visa’s printed expiration. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issues I-94s electronically to those…
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B-1 to H-1B Visa Transfer
Published on May 09, 2025Overview Many B-1 visa holders wish to transfer their status to the H-1B category. A B-1 visa is for temporary business visitors who intend to participate in business activities that are commercial or professional. These may include: Consultations with business associates Negotiating contracts Settling estates Participating in training sessions It’s important to be clear that…
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B-1/B-2 to H-1B Change of Status
Published on September 25, 2022Faced with the difficulty of finding an H-1B sponsor from abroad, individuals frequently inquire as to how they can change their status from B-2 to H-1B or from B-1 to H-1B from within the United States. B-1 and B-2 visas are non-immigrant visas issued to foreign nationals visiting the United States for short periods, usually…
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The Definitive Guide to I-94 Extension Process
Published on August 17, 2020A repeating point of confusion for nonimmigrants entering the country with a valid visa is the difference between their visa expiration date and their I-94 expiration date. Many nonimmigrants catch themselves in a panic when they realize they need to file a I-94 extension before their visa expires in order to remain in the country….