United States visitor route
2 current source-backed visitor pathways. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 2 current routes for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor route | The U.S. B-1/B-2 visitor route is for temporary business or tourism; the visitor needs a temporary purpose, intent to depart and ability to pay, and cannot work. | 2026-07-13 | Official source |
| Visitor route | The U.S. B-1/B-2 visitor route is for temporary business or tourism; the visitor needs a temporary purpose, intent to depart and ability to pay, and cannot work. | 2026-07-13 | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor route | The official USCIS nonimmigrant-services guide states that employment in the United States is not authorized for B-1 and B-2 visitors. | Official source |
| Visitor route | The official USCIS nonimmigrant-services guide states that employment in the United States is not authorized for B-1 and B-2 visitors. | Official source |
Official sources
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