Growing Demand for U.S. Visas

According to the Department of State, United States consular offices processed 7.5 million U.S. visas in 2011, which was a 17 percent increase from the previous year. This increase saw a growing demand for visas from those countries with fast-growing economies. Statistics concerning these visa applications included the following: in the last five years, a growth of 234 percent in visas issued to individuals from Brazil, a 124 percent growth in those issued to China, a 51 percent growth in those issued to India, and a 24 percent growth in visas issued to Mexican citizens. During 2011, U.S. consular offices in China processed more than a million visa applications.

The Department of State has reported that it will increase its capacity to process visas in China so as to be able to handle 2.2 million applications in that country annually and will increase its Brazilian capacity to include 1.8 million applications yearly. The most common visa application is the B – 1 or B – 2 visitor visa, which is a nonimmigrant visa issued to those who plan to visit the United States on a temporary basis for business or pleasure. B visitor status is generally granted for a period of no longer than six months, though B visitors may apply for an extension. Generally, multiple extensions are not granted as this type of visa is designated for short-term stays only.

New York Immigration Law Firm

The law firm of Eiges & Eiges handles all types of visas, both nonimmigrant and immigrant, as well as all other legal problems connected with U.S. immigration law. Whether you need a student visa, tourist visa, business investor visa, or a green card, the legal team at the firm can provide skilled and dedicated legal assistance to ensure that your application or petition is submitted in the most thorough and competent manner. Immigration law is a complicated area; let a knowledgeable attorney ensure that your case is handled properly to increase your chances for success and to forestall unnecessary delays.

Contact an immigration lawyer at the firm to schedule a consultation. With offices in Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn, an experienced attorney is standing by who can make all the difference in the outcome of your immigration legal case.