Visaliv Forum: Visa, Travel & Immigration Discussions

How Does H1B Visa Compare to an E2 Visa?

"Here’s the best, concise comparison of H1B vs E2 for a visa holder:

H1B Visa:

Purpose: Work in the U.S. for a sponsoring empl...

With Cancelled Without Prejudice, How Long for Visa?

"If your U.S. visa was “Cancelled Without Prejudice,” it generally means your visa was revoked not due to any wrongdoing, but for ad...

Can I Change Chinese Tourist Visa to Student Visa?

"No, you generally cannot change a Chinese tourist (L) visa to a student (X1/X2) visa while staying in China. Chinese immigration rules re...

Can You Share Your H1B Consulate Interview Experience?

"Here’s a detailed account of a typical H1B visa consulate interview experience:

1. Arrival at the Consulate:

Arrive...

What Are Chances of US Visa After Admin Processing?

"The chance of US visa approval after administrative processing (221g) is generally quite good — but it depends on why your case went i...

Can I Travel to NZ with an Australian Student Visa?

"Traveling to New Zealand on an Australian Student Visa

1. Leaving Australia Temporarily

Yes, you can leave Australia and...

Best Way to Convert H4 Visa into H1B Visa?

"Transitioning from an H4 visa (dependent spouse of an H1B holder) to an H1B visa (work visa) is a common and achievable path — but it must foll...

Best Way to Convert H4 Visa into H1B Visa?

"Transitioning from an H4 visa (dependent spouse of an H1B holder) to an H1B visa (work visa) is a common and achievable path — but it must foll...

Can We Apply for Multiple Country Visas at Once?

"You can’t apply for multiple Schengen or national visas at the same time, but you can plan to visit multiple countries under one visa —...

How Long After US Interview to Get the Visa?

"After your US visa interview, the time it takes to get your passport and visa depends on several factors — mainly the visa type, your case st...