R-1 Religious Worker Visa is a type of non-immigrant visa issued to clergy and related professionals who wish to work temporarily for a religious organization in the United States. R-1 Religious Worker Visa has created for individuals who perform duties such as leading religious worship, providing spiritual guidance, or providing religious instruction
Who Can Apply for an R-1 Visa?
In order to apply for an R-1 visa, you must meet the following requirements
- Membership in a Religious Organization: The applicant must have been an active member of the religious organization or affiliate in the U.S. for at least 2 years prior to the date of application.
- Tax Exemption: The applicant’s religious organization must be a tax-exempt organization recognized by the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
- Full or Part-Time Work: The applicant must work at least 20 hours per week in religious duties.
- Proficiency in Religious Vocation: The applicant must have education or professional experience appropriate to the religious assignment.
R-1 Visa Advantages
- Duration of Permanence: Provides 30 months (2.5 years) of residency on initial application and can be extended up to 60 months (5 years) in total.
- Family Members: An R-1 visa holder may bring his/her spouse and unmarried children under 21 years of age on an R-2 visa.
- Right to Work in Religious Work: You may only work in the religious organization specified in the visa application.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The R-1 visa is initially granted for 30 months (2.5 years). It can be used for a total of up to 5 years with an extension request.
No, the R-1 visa only allows you to work in the religious organization specified in the application.
No, R-2 visa holders cannot work in the US. However, they can study.
Yes, R-1 visa holders can apply for a green card if the appropriate criteria are met.
No, the organization applied for must have tax-exempt status recognized by the IRS.
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