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Avoid confusion at US Port of Entry

03/25/2009

Approximately 28 million non-immigrants enter or leave the U.S. annually to conduct business, study, visit family, or tour the country. Legitimate visitors are always welcome and the U.S. government is committed to facilitating their travel. However, a critical need for tighter security requires strict entry and exit procedures at the Port of Entry.

Careful planning and preparation by visitors can ensure that the delay based on these procedures is minimal.

If you are a nonimmigrant visitor, here are some things you should do:

· Before leaving your country, confirm that your passport and visa are still valid for entry into the U.S. The passport should be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your expected stay. The visa must be valid at the time you apply for admission.

· Check to see that your visa accurately reflects your correct visa classification. If you do not have the correct visa for the stated purpose of your trip to the U.S. you will be denied entry and sent back to the origination point of your flight.

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