May 17, 2016

Q-1 Visa Entitlements

A Q-1 visa entitles the holder to participate in an employment based cultural exchange program in the U.S. A Q-1 visa is usually granted for the duration of the program up to 15 months and extensions cannot be granted.

There is no provision for spouses and children of Q-1 visa holders to accompany the Q-1 visa holder. Spouses and children wishing to come to the U.S. to join their spouse or parent are required to obtain an appropriate travel visa, work visa or student visa.