“R” Visas for Temporary Religious Workers
Passed in 1952, the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) codified the United States’ immigration laws. Although it restricts immigration, the INA also details the circumstances under which immigrants can apply for visas for temporary stay in the U.S. One of these types of visas is for temporary religious workers, called “R” visas.
Many religious workers come to the U.S. to spread the message in which they believe, or to lead others in worship of that faith. If you wish to come to the U.S. with that goal, contact an Orange County immigration lawyer from the esteemed firm of Garg & Associates, P.C. today at 1-877-517-4275 to help you make those dreams become a reality.
Qualifications for Religious Workers
Because the U.S. does not have an official religion, it is open to many different faiths. However, there are certain things that you must prove in order to earn your visa, including:
- You must be a member of a religious denomination that has a nonprofit religious organization in the U.S.
- The organization must qualify for tax-free status
- You must have been a member of this denomination for at least two years before you apply for the visa
- You must plan to work as a minister for this religion or in another vocational position
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In order to become a temporary religious worker in the United States, you have to fill out several forms and petitions that have to be approved by the government. If you need help with the application process, contact an Orange County immigration attorney from Garg & Associates, P.C. at 1-877-517-4275 today.
