Petition for a nonimmigrant religious worker

Submitted by Chief Editor on Nov 13th 2012

I want to obtain a position in the U.S. as a religious worker. Can I file for an R-1 visa for myself?

ANSWER:

Every petition for a nonimmigrant religious worker (R-1) classification must be initiated by a prospective or existing employer.

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