Visas to the U.S.

A visa entitles the holder to travel to the United States based on his/her purpose of travel and apply for admission; it does not guarantee entry. A Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Immigration Inspector at the port of entry determines the visa holder’s admission into and length of stay in the United States. All visa applications are processed at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul.

What is a nonimmigrant visa (NIV)?

An NIV is for a person who wishes to travel to the U.S. on short-term business/pleasure, study, exchange or temporary work. If you would like to learn more about traveling to the U.S., please click here.

What is an immigrant visa (IV)?

An IV is for a person who wishes to go to the U.S. permanently
as a fiancé(e), spouse, sibling, child of a U.S. citizen, or as an immigrant worker. If you would like to learn more about going to the U.S. as an immigrant, please click here.