B-1/B-2 visa vs J-1 visa
My friend and I got a training offer from a company in the US. They sent us an invitation letter and my friend had her interview last week and got rejected because she requested a B-1/B-2 visa. The interviewer claimed that she should have requested a J-1 visa instead but the company hasn't sent any additional papers other than the invitation letter. I'm sure I've read that B-1 visa can include a short term training in case it was unpaid and not promising any employment for the future (which is our case) also J-1 visa , as I understood, requires a "sponsor" and I'm not sure if every institution can be considered as a certified sponsor. I also requested a B-1/B-2 visa and my interview is in two days so I would appreciate any advice.
Best Answer
well there might be a problem of perception here, with you and your employer, you don’t specify how long the training last, maybe that’s why the company be concerned, also what is about the training course maybe the company maybe had problems in the past concerning that.
My advice call the company and ask about what kind of visa you will need, if they need you to have a j1 visa they should be able to sponsor you.
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What is the difference between B-1 and B2 visa?
B1 and B2 visas are generally referred to as \u201cB visas\u201d, and they are the most common types of visa issued for a wide range of uses in the United States. The B1 visa is issued mainly for short-term business trips, while the B2 visa is issued mainly traveling for tourism purposes.What is a B1 2 visa?
Visitor visas are nonimmigrant visas for persons who want to enter the United States temporarily for business (visa category B-1), for tourism (visa category B-2), or for a combination of both purposes (B-1/B-2).Can I have both B1 and j1 visa?
You can hold the visas concurrently but can only enter on one status. Entering on a J-1 will not invalidate your B-1 visa.What type of visa is a J-1 visa?
The J-1 exchange visitor visa is for educational and cultural exchange programs designated by the Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. The Q-1 visa is for participation in certain international cultural exchange programs.Mass US Visa slots for F-1, H-1B, B-1, B-2, J-1, M-1, L-1, L-2, F-2 visas
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