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Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico

Region: North America

A-1 Diplomat Visa
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A-1 Diplomat Visa

Visa for ambassadors, public ministers, career diplomats, consular officers, and immediate family members on official duties.

DurationDuration of posting
TimeVaries
Estimated CostFree
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Act 60 Export Services (Chapter 3)
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Act 60 Export Services (Chapter 3)

Puerto Rico tax incentive for export services businesses. Provides 4% corporate income tax rate and other exemptions for companies providing eligible services to customers outside PR.

DurationOngoing while business operates
Time60-90 days
Estimated CostFree
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Act 60 Individual Investor Tax Incentive
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Act 60 Individual Investor Tax Incentive

PR Pathway Available

Puerto Rico tax incentive program for individual investors relocating to PR. Provides 100% exemption on capital gains, dividends, and interest income. Not a visa but residency pathway.

DurationUntil December 31, 2035
Time90-180 days
Estimated CostFree
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B-1 Business Visitor Visa
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B-1 Business Visitor Visa

Temporary visitor visa for business meetings, conferences, consultations, and professional activities. Valid for up to 180 days per entry. No work authorization.

DurationUp to 180 days
TimeVaries
Estimated Cost160 USD
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B-2 Tourist Visa
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B-2 Tourist Visa

Temporary visitor visa for tourism, pleasure, and medical treatment. Valid for up to 180 days per entry. No work or study authorization.

DurationUp to 180 days
TimeVaries
Estimated Cost160 USD
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C-1 Transit Visa
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C-1 Transit Visa

Visa for individuals in immediate and continuous transit through Puerto Rico to another country. Limited to 29 days.

DurationUp to 29 days
TimeVaries
Estimated Cost160 USD
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D Visa for Crewmember
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D Visa for Crewmember

Visa for crewmembers on ships or aircraft in international service. May include lightering activities.

DurationUp to 29 days
TimeVaries
Estimated Cost160 USD
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E-1 Treaty Trader Visa
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E-1 Treaty Trader Visa

Visa for nationals of treaty countries engaged in substantial trade with the United States. Over 50% of trade must be between US and treaty country.

DurationUp to 2 years
TimeVaries
Estimated Cost205 USD
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E-2 Treaty Investor Visa
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E-2 Treaty Investor Visa

Visa for nationals of treaty countries who invest substantial capital in US commercial enterprise in Puerto Rico. Must demonstrate non-marginal business.

DurationUp to 2 years
TimeVaries
Estimated Cost205 USD
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Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA)
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Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA)

Travel authorization for visa-free countries under the US Visa Waiver Program. Valid for up to 90 days of tourism or business. Available to nationals of 42 eligible countries.

DurationUp to 90 days
Time0-72 days
Estimated Cost14 USD
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F-1 Student Visa
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F-1 Student Visa

Visa for full-time academic students at accredited schools in Puerto Rico. Allows work on-campus and authorized off-campus employment. Must maintain valid student status.

DurationDuration of studies plus practical training
TimeVaries
Estimated Cost350 USD
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G-1 International Organization Visa
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G-1 International Organization Visa

Visa for representatives of foreign governments to international organizations and their immediate family.

DurationDuration of assignment
TimeVaries
Estimated CostFree
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H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa
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H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa

PR Pathway Available

Temporary work visa for specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree. Subject to annual cap with lottery selection. Employer-sponsored.

DurationUp to 3 years
Time90-180 days
Estimated Cost1710 USD
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H-2A Temporary Agricultural Workers Visa
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H-2A Temporary Agricultural Workers Visa

Temporary work visa for agricultural workers including crop harvesting, planting, and livestock care. Employer must prove no available US workers. Uncapped program.

DurationUp to 1 year
Time60-90 days
Estimated CostFree
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H-2B Temporary Non-Agricultural Workers Visa
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Limited

H-2B Temporary Non-Agricultural Workers Visa

Temporary non-agricultural work visa for seasonal workers in construction, tourism, hospitality, and manufacturing. Subject to annual cap.

DurationUp to 1 year
Time60-90 days
Estimated CostFree
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H-3 Trainee Visa
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H-3 Trainee Visa

Temporary trainee visa for occupational training in Puerto Rico not available in home country. Up to 2 years for regular trainees, 18 months for special education exchange visitors.

DurationUp to 2 years
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa
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J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa

Visa for students, scholars, teachers, and interns participating in approved exchange programs. Various program categories available.

DurationVaries by program
TimeVaries
Estimated CostFree
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K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa
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K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa

PR Pathway Available

Visa for foreign fiancé(e) of US citizen to enter for marriage within 90 days. Non-immigrant visa leading to permanent residency.

Duration6 months
TimeVaries
Estimated Cost265 USD
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L-1A Intracompany Transfer Executive or Manager Visa
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L-1A Intracompany Transfer Executive or Manager Visa

PR Pathway Available

Transfer visa for executives and managers within multinational companies. Requires 1 year employment abroad in past 3 years. Fast-track to permanent residency.

DurationUp to 7 years
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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L-1B Intracompany Transfer Specialized Knowledge Visa
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L-1B Intracompany Transfer Specialized Knowledge Visa

Transfer visa for employees with specialized or advanced knowledge of company operations. Requires 1 year employment abroad in past 3 years.

DurationUp to 5 years
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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O-1 Visa for Extraordinary Ability
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O-1 Visa for Extraordinary Ability

Visa for individuals with extraordinary ability in arts, sciences, education, business, or athletics, or extraordinary achievement in motion picture/television.

DurationUp to 3 years
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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P-1 Visa for Internationally Recognized Athletes
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P-1 Visa for Internationally Recognized Athletes

Visa for internationally recognized athletes competing at professional level in Puerto Rico. Includes individual athletes and athletic teams.

DurationUp to 5 years
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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Puerto Rico Permanent Resident Status
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Puerto Rico Permanent Resident Status

Bona fide residency status in Puerto Rico based on IRS tests. Not a formal visa but legal residency allowing indefinite stay.

DurationIndefinite
TimeVaries
Estimated CostFree
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Q-1 Cultural Exchange Visa
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Q-1 Cultural Exchange Visa

Visa for participants in international cultural exchange programs involving practical training and cultural sharing.

DurationUp to 15 months
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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