Temporary visitors to the United States for business represent the second largest category of temporary admissions annually, numbering nearly 4.4 million in 2009. International visits for business meetings, sales calls, consultation with U.S. colleagues and clients, attending conferences and similar purposes are vital to conducting business in today’s globalized economy.
Which activities are permissible as a business visitor, however, can be difficult to define, because rules developed in a different age do not account for business practices in today’s information economy. Clients who do not understand these rules can face expensive project delays as key personnel are unable to enter the United States due to visa problems. Worse, as illustrated by a recent lawsuit, incorrect or improper use of business visits by overseas staff or contractors can lead to public relations and legal problems for clients.
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