1. Visa Waiver Program (VWP) – ESTA

  • Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA)
  • For tourism, business, transit, or medical visits.
  • Maximum stay of 90 days.
  • No need to apply for a visa, but ESTA approval is required before travel.

2. Non-Immigrant Visas (Temporary Stay)

For stays longer than 90 days or for specific purposes.

  • B-1 Visa (Business Visitors) – For business-related activities (e.g., meetings, conferences, negotiations).
  • B-2 Visa (Tourist Visitors) – For tourism, holidays, visiting family, or medical treatment.
  • F-1 Visa (Student Visa) – For studying in the USA at an accredited institution.
  • M-1 Visa (Vocational Student Visa) – For vocational or non-academic studies.
  • J-1 Visa (Exchange Visitor Visa) – For cultural exchange programs, including internships, au pairs, and research programs.
  • H-1B Visa (Skilled Worker Visa) – For professionals in specialized fields, requiring employer sponsorship.
  • H-2B Visa (Temporary Non-Agricultural Workers) – For seasonal jobs in industries like hospitality or tourism.
  • O-1 Visa (Extraordinary Ability Visa) – For individuals with exceptional skills in arts, science, education, business, or athletics.
  • L-1 Visa (Intra-Company Transfer Visa) – For employees transferring within the same company to a U.S. office.
  • E-2 Visa (Investor Visa) – For individuals investing in a U.S. business.
  • TN Visa (Trade NAFTA Visa – Not for UK Citizens) – For Canadian and Mexican professionals under NAFTA.

3. Immigrant Visas (Permanent Residency – Green Card)

  • Family-Sponsored Visas – If you have a U.S. citizen or permanent resident family member sponsoring you.
  • Employment-Based Visas (EB-1 to EB-5) – For skilled workers, professionals, and investors.
  • Diversity Visa Lottery (Green Card Lottery) – A lottery-based program allowing UK citizens (if eligible) to apply for U.S. residency.
  • K-1 Visa (Fiancé(e) Visa) – For UK citizens engaged to a U.S. citizen to marry and apply for a Green Card.