R-1 Religious Worker Visa

The R-1 Religious Worker Visa allows foreign nationals to come to the United States temporarily to work in religious roles. This visa is for individuals who are members of a religious denomination and intend to work in a religious capacity, such as a minister, priest, or missionary. To qualify, applicants must have a job offer from a U.S. religious organization and demonstrate their affiliation with the religion. The R-1 visa is valid for up to 30 months, with the possibility of extension, enabling religious workers to fulfill roles that support their faith community.