Last updated 16 October 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Religious visas to USA for German citizens
Religious worker visa
Travel purpose:
Other
Religious visas — what you need to know
For foreign nationals coming to the U.S. to work in religious capacities, such as ministers or religious educators, enhancing religious communities. Immediate family members can accompany the visa holder.
Visa validity period
from 21 days to 2 years 6 months
Fees
$205
Which religious visas is best suited for you?
Religious visa
Eligible individuals
Religious worker, minister, missionary, clergy
Visa validity period:
from 21 days to 2 years 6 months
Duration of stay:
from 21 days to 2 years 6 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
$205
Visa for child of an R1
Eligible individuals
Child of R1, family, dependent
Visa validity period:
from 21 days to 2 years 6 months
Duration of stay:
from 21 days to 2 years 6 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
$205
Visa for spouse of an R1
Eligible individuals
Spouse of R1, family, dependent
Visa validity period:
from 21 days to 2 years 6 months
Duration of stay:
from 21 days to 2 years 6 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
$205