R Visas: Frequently Asked Questions

The following questions and answers are based on those frequently posed to the Attorneys and staff at Chávez & Associates, P.C., L.L.O. We generously share this information as a courtesy to our clients and the immigrant community.

Should you have questions that are not addressed in this FAQ section, contact us for professional and personalized legal counsel.

Q. If I want your law firm to process an R-1 Visa for me, what information do you require?

A. Here is the list of information needed.

1. Passport/visa/I-94
   
   
2. Offer of employment letter from U.S. religious organization
   
   
3. Statement from religious organization supporting how the alien qualifies
   
   
4. Membership certificate/information that links U.S. and abroad organizations
   
   
5. Previous employment experience letters outlining 2 years of religious work in the denomination
   
   
6. Length of employment period
   
   
7. Employer information
   • Tax exempt certificate {under 501(c)(3) of IRS Code}
   • Tax I.D. #
   • Year established
   • Name/title of representative authorized for signatures
   • Gross/net income
   • Brochures/pamphlets, etc.
   
   
8. Applicant’s current/foreign address
   
   
9. Consulate to apply for visa
   
   
10. Dependent information
    • Birth certificate (children)
    • Marriage certificate (spouse)
    • Passport/visa/I-94