If nonimmigrant (temporary) visas are easier to obtain than immigrant (permanent residence) visas, do I still need an attorney?
There was a time not long ago that most foreign nationals who sought to travel to the United States to vacation, visit family or friends, attend school, or take temporary employment handled their visa application on their own, unless they had personal circumstances that they knew might prevent them from receiving a nonimmigrant visa. This practice is less common since September 11, 2001, as U.S. immigration policies have tightened significantly. The burden of proving that you are entitled to a nonimmigrant visa and that you have strong ties to your home country falls squarely on your shoulders. It is important to receive your visa on your first attempt, as evidence suggests that it is increasingly harder to receive a visa which each subsequent attempt. An experienced immigration lawyer can help you prepare for the consular interview and make sure that you are able to present the evidence that you will need to receive a visa.
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