Going to the USA and search for a job an a valid C1/D visa
I had a problem with my company so they terminated my contract. I have a valid C1/D visa. Can I still go to the USA and look for a job?
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No. A C-1/D visa permits you to transit the US and work on commercial sea vessels or international airlines. It is not a suitable visa for job hunting.
A B-1 visa (or the Visa Waiver Program, if you're a citizen of an eligible country) would allow you to come to the US for business meetings, including a job interview. It will not, however, allow you to work in the US; any prospective employer would need to sponsor an employment visa for that purpose, which may be impossible in many circumstances. Depending on your circumstances, it may also be difficult to obtain a B-1 visa if you're unemployed, as the burden will be on you to demonstrate that you will return to your home and will not try to work illegally in the US.
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Note: This visa does not allow you to work for a U.S. employer. The C-1/D visa only permits temporary stays in the United States as part of your employment on board.What is a valid C1 D visa?
The C1/D transit/crewmember visa is a combination of two visas for those who have to board a ship or an airplane as crew members for normal operations and services, and also require transiting the U.S. to get to the ship or the aircraft they will join.Do I need an ESTA if I have a C1 D visa?
1. Re: If you have a c1d visa do you need a visa waiver (ESTA)? ESTA is for those who travel to the USA under the Visa Waiver Program, so those who do not need/have visas. Those with Visas do not require ESTA.Can I transit USA with c1d visa?
For transit only, a C-1 visa can be used, while the D-1 visa can be used for crewmembers. It is valid for a maximum of 29 days, after which crewmembers must get a B-1/ B-2 visa.All U Need To Know About USA C1/D Visa
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