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Temporary Visitors for Business

To visit the United States for business, you need to obtain a temporary visitors for business visa, unless you qualify for admission without a visa under the Visa Waiver Program.

The table below describes the different classifications of temporary business visitors. For more information on eligibility and the application process, see the links in the chart below.

Temporary Visitors for Business
B-1 Temporary Business VisitorTemporary business visitor to conduct activities of a commercial or professional nature. For example, consult with business associates, negotiate a contract, or attend a business conference
WB Temporary Business Visitor under Visa Waiver ProgramTemporary visitor for business admitted under Visa Waiver Program
GB Temporary Visitor to GuamTemporary visitor for business (limited to Guam)
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04/22/2020
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