Temporary visa for ministers and religious workers coming to perform religious work.
Estimated Cost
$780
Processing Time
~4 months
Validity
30 months
The R-1 visa allows ministers and non-ministers in religious vocations and occupations to come to the United States temporarily to perform religious work for a bona fide nonprofit religious organization.
Average: 4 months
Path to Residency
Path to Citizenship
~10 years
Member of religious denomination*
Must have been a member of a religious denomination having a bona fide nonprofit religious organization in the U.S. for at least two years immediately preceding application
Religious worker capacity*
Must be a minister or working in a religious vocation or occupation (not administrative/clerical)
U.S. religious organization*
Must be coming to work for a bona fide nonprofit religious organization or affiliate
Part-time work minimum*
Must work at least part-time (average of 20 hours per week)
Valid passport*
| Fee | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Form I-129 Filing Fee | $780 | One-time |
| Premium Processing Fee (Form I-907)(optional) | $1,780 | One-time |
| Legal/Attorney Fees(optional) | $5,000 | One-time |
| Estimated Total | $780 |