I was admitted to the United States as a “non-controlled Canadian” with no I-94, how long can I stay?
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I was admitted to the United States as a “non-controlled Canadian” with no I-94, how long can I stay?

Canadian citizens are visa-exempt and generally do not require a visa stamp before entering the United States. When entering the United States via a land port, Canadians are often admitted without CBP Form I-94, a passport stamp, or any other admission record. We discuss admission to the United States as a “non-controlled Canadian” with no I-94 here.

B visa for Voluntary Service for a Non-profit or Religious Organization
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B visa for Voluntary Service for a Non-profit or Religious Organization

Visitors to the United States (B Visa) can enter for many reasons. Citizens of most foreign countries require a visitor visa prior to entry while some foreign nationals are visa-exempt or can participate in the visa waiver program. In any case, prior to entry to the United States as a visitor, you need to be certain that your intended activities fall within the limits of the B visa. We discuss entering the United States as a volunteer for a non-profit or religious organization below.

What is an invitation letter for US Visitor visa (B1/B2), and how do I write one?
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What is an invitation letter for US Visitor visa (B1/B2), and how do I write one?

If you have a friend or family member coming from another country to visit you in the United States, you might be asked to write an invitation letter. Although not a requirement, an invitation letter from a US citizen or legal permanent resident (LPR), can strengthen your B visa application.  Invitation letters are helpful because they detail that you will have a place to stay, sufficient financial support, and a definitive departure date. We discuss invitation letters for  US visitor visas here.

B Visa for Clerkships and Internships
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B Visa for Clerkships and Internships

Visitors to the United States (B Visa) can enter for many reasons. Citizens of most foreign countries require a visitor visa prior to entry while some foreign nationals are visa-exempt or can participate in the visa waiver program. In any case, prior to entry to the United States as a visitor, you need to be certain that your intended activities fall within the limits of the B visa. We discuss entering the United States for clerkships and internships below.