The R-1 Temporary Nonimmigrant Religious Workers visa classification allows foreign nationals to enter the United States to work in a religious capacity for up to 5 years. This visa was designed for religious workers whose lives are dedicated to religious practices and functions, as distinguished from secular members of the religion. For example, a Christian priest from another country who looks to become the head pastor at a church in the United States would be applying for an R-1 visa. Other acceptable religious worker positions include, but are not limited to music/choir directors, cantors, religious instructors/counselors, religious broadcasters, religious translators and missionaries.
R-1 Applicants outside the U.S. can apply directly at the U.S. Consulate for an R-1 Visa (no prior petition approval required). For those already in the U.S., the religious organization must file an I-129/R-1 Petition with USCIS. While the filing process is different for each of these scenarios, the criteria and requirements are the same.
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