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R-1 Religious Worker Visa Lawyer in Dallas

The R-1 visa allows ministers and other religious workers to enter the U.S. temporarily to work for a bona fide nonprofit religious organization (or an affiliated organization).

Who Is the R-Visas For?

→ Ministers of a recognized religious denomination
→ Religious workers engaged in a traditional religious function (e.g., liturgical workers, religious instructors, missionaries)
→ Individuals who have been a member of the sponsoring denomination for at least two years immediately before filing

Who Qualifies

The sponsoring organization must be a bona fide nonprofit religious organization, or an organization affiliated with one, and the position offered must be a genuine religious occupation or vocation carrying out the organization's religious functions.

How to Apply

The sponsoring religious organization files Form I-129 along with evidence of its tax-exempt status, the applicant's membership history, and the specifics of the religious position offered.

Our Application Process

01
Initial Consultation
We review your circumstances, goals, and timeline to identify the right visa strategy and confirm eligibility.
02
Document Preparation
Our team compiles and reviews every required form and piece of supporting evidence for accuracy and compliance.
03
Filing & Follow-Through
We submit your case, track every deadline and government notice, and respond promptly to any requests for evidence.
04
Interview & Ongoing Support
Where an interview is required, we prepare you thoroughly, and we stay available for questions through final approval.

Period of Stay & Processing

R-1 status is granted for up to 30 months initially and may be extended for an additional 30 months, up to a five-year maximum.

This overview is for general information only and is not legal advice. Current forms, fees, and eligibility rules should always be confirmed against official USCIS and U.S. Department of State guidance, or with one of our attorneys, before filing.

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Quick Facts
Category
Nonimmigrant - Religious Worker
Sponsor
Sponsor: religious organization
Typical Duration
Up to 5 years
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