What is a visa ?

Updated Mar. 24, 2026Refreshed annually
The NATO-5 visa is a nonimmigrant visa issued for work. Nonimmigrant visas are admitted for people who intend to stay in the US temporarily. NATO-5 visas accounted for 0% of all issued visas in FY 2024.
In FY 2024,

70

visas issued by the US were NATO-5 visas

The NATO-5 visa is designated for experts employed by NATO who are traveling to the United States to perform official duties. This visa allows individuals recognized for their specialized knowledge and skills in NATO-related fields to enter the US to contribute to NATO operations and activities.

The length of stay for a NATO-5 visa is typically determined by the duration of the individual's assignment and can be extended as long as the visa holder continues to fulfill their official duties and complies with visa conditions.

The State Department does not maintain a cap on NATO-5 visas.

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