Immigration Lawyer For Families
The non-immigrant J-1 Visa classification is reserved for persons who are coming to the United States for the purposes of performing research, teaching, studying, receiving training or to receive graduate medical education/training. The public and private entities are designated by the Department of State to act as exchange sponsors. These programs are designed to promote the exchange of knowledge and skills in the fields of education, arts, and science. Some examples of exchange visitors include Professors or Scholars, Research Assistants, Students, Trainees, Teachers, Specialists, Nannies/Au pairs, and Camp Counselors.
Employment
A J-1 Visa holder is authorized to work in the United States under the terms of the J-1 visa program. However, the J-1 visa holder must get approval from the sponsoring institution.
Family Members
The spouses and children (under the ages of 21 years) are entitled to an J-2 visa.
How we can help…
The Law Office of Trupti N Patel & Associates, Immigration Attorney Boston has helped individuals obtain a J-1 and J-2 visas. If you would like a consultation with one of our immigration Attorneys, please call us at (617) 367-6750 or click here to request a consultation to see how we can help you apply for the non-immigrant J-1/J-2 visa.
If you plan on attending a consultation with one of our immigration attorneys, in person, please see the Directions to our Office
Law Offices of Trupti N Patel & Associates
One Boston Place, 201 Washington St #2600, Boston, MA 02108
(617) 367-6750
Immigration: Visitor (B2) Visa
Temporary Non-Immigrant Visas
Non-immigrants who are not VWP (see below) participants can apply for B2 Visa for pleasure travel to the United States. The B visa stipulates the person applying for the B visa is a permanent resident of a foreign country and is entering the United States for Business/Pleasure and is not employed in the United States.
Visa Waiver Program
Citizens of several countries which are part of the Visa Waiver Program may travel to the US for Tourism for a period of up to 90 days without getting a visa. The countries that currently participate in the VWP are listed below:
| Andorra |
Iceland |
Norway |
| Australia |
Ireland |
Portugal |
| Austria |
Italy |
San Marino |
| Belgium |
Japan |
Singapore |
| Brunei |
Liechtenstein |
Slovenia |
| Denmark |
Luxembourg |
Spain |
| Finland |
Monaco |
Sweden |
| France |
Netherlands |
Switzerland |
| Germany |
New Zealand |
United Kingdom |
There are other requirements that must be met to be a VWP participant. For an up-to-date list of countries which are part of the visa waiver program, please visit the US Department of State VWP Information
How we can help…
The Law Office of Trupti N Patel & Associates, Immigration Lawyer Boston has helped individuals apply for visitor visas over the past 15 years. If you would like a consultation with one of our immigration Attorneys, please call us at (617) 367-6750 or click here to submit a request for a consultation regarding the visitor visa.
If you plan on attending a consultation with one of our immigration attorneys, in person, please see the Directions to our Office
Law Offices of Trupti N Patel & Associates
One Boston Place, 201 Washington St #2600, Boston, MA 02108
(617) 367-6750
Immigration : Student Visa (M1)
A great number of renowned Institutions of higher education together with the wide variety of certified programs they offer attracts hundreds of thousands of people who want to study and improve their careers to the United States every year. The M-1 visa classification if available to Vocational students who meet the following criteria :
- They must be enrolled in a vocational program at an approved institution. This must culminate in a degree, diploma or a certificate. They must be proficient in English.
- They must be financially self sufficient for the entire length of the their study.
- They must maintain a residence abroad.
Family Members
Spouses and children (under the age of 21 years) can apply for an M-2 visa.
Employment
On completion of their study, an M-1 Student can only engage in practical training as long as the training is related to their field of study and approved by the educational institution they are attending.
How can we help…
Law Office of Immigration Attorney Boston, Trupti N Patel & Associates has filed numerous visas on behalf of students with the USCIS. If you are a student and are looking for your immigration options and would like a consultation, please call us at (617) 367-6750 or click on here to request a consultation regarding Student Visas with our Immigration Attorneys in Boston, Massachusetts.
If you plan on attending a consultation with one of our immigration attorneys, in person, please see the Directions to our Office
Law Offices of Trupti N Patel & Associates
One Boston Place, 201 Washington St #2600, Boston, MA 02108
(617) 367-6750
A great number of renowned Institutions of higher education together with the wide variety of certified programs they offer attracts hundreds of thousands of people who want to study and improve their careers to the United States every year. The F-1 visa classification if available to students who meet the following criteria :
- They must be enrolled in a full-time course of study in an academic program at an approved educational institution. This must culminate in a degree, diploma or a certificate.
- They must be proficient in English.
- They must be financially self sufficient for the entire length of the their study.
- They must maintain a residence abroad.
Family Members
Spouses and children (under the age of 21 years) can apply for an F-2 visa.
Employment
During the first year of their study, the student on an F-1 visa may work in an approved occupation on campus only. After the first year of their study, the student on an F1 visa may work in one of the following types of employments:
- Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
- Optional Practical Training (OPT)
- Science Technical Engineering Mathematics (OPT)
as long as the employment is related to their field of study and approved by the educational institution they are attending.
How can we help…
Law Office of Immigration Attorney Boston, Trupti N Patel & Associates has filed numerous visas on behalf of students with the USCIS. If you are a student and are looking for your immigration options and would like a consultation, please call us at (617) 367-6750 or click on here to request a consultation regarding Student Visas with our Immigration Attorneys in Boston, Massachusetts.
If you plan on attending a consultation with one of our immigration attorneys, in person, please see the Directions to our Office
Law Offices of Trupti N Patel & Associates
One Boston Place, 201 Washington St #2600, Boston, MA 02108
(617) 367-6750
