Visa stories

Thin, aspirational entry points. Legal detail lives in the Guide Library.

talentO-1APeople at the top of sciences, education, business, or athletics who can show extraordinary ability — often via multiple regulatory criteria.talentO-1BPeople with extraordinary ability in the arts, or extraordinary achievement in motion picture or television — evidence looks different from O-1A science or business files.talentEB-1ASelf-petitioners seeking a US green card based on extraordinary ability with sustained national or international acclaim.talentEB-2 NIWAdvanced-degree or exceptional-ability professionals whose proposed endeavor has substantial merit and national importance.talentUK Global TalentLeaders and promising talent in digital technology, arts, academia, and related fields who can secure endorsement.skilledEU Blue CardHighly qualified workers with a binding job offer meeting education/experience and salary thresholds in a participating member state.skilledCanada Federal Skilled WorkerSkilled workers seeking permanent residence through Express Entry under the Federal Skilled Worker program — not a temporary work permit.talentAustralia Global Talent (858)Internationally recognized individuals with outstanding achievements who can show they will be an asset to Australia.visitorUS B-1/B-2Short US visits for business (B-1) or tourism/family (B-2) — not employment.visitorUK Standard VisitorShort UK visits for tourism, family, or permitted business activities — not work.visitorSchengen short stayShort stays in the Schengen Area for tourism, family, or permitted business — typically up to 90 days in 180.visitorCanada Visitor / TRVShort Canadian visits for tourism, family, or permitted business — not employment or study as a primary purpose.visitorAustralia Visitor 600Short Australian visits for tourism, family, or permitted business under subclass 600 — not employment.