What is a visa ?

Updated Mar. 24, 2026Refreshed annually
The Q-1 visa is a nonimmigrant visa issued for student purposes. Nonimmigrant visas are admitted for people who intend to stay in the US temporarily. Q-1 visas accounted for 0.02% of all issued visas in FY 2024.
In FY 2024,

1.78K

visas issued by the US were Q-1 visas

The Q-1 visa is a non-immigrant, employer-sponsored visa that allows individuals to participate in an international cultural exchange program in the United States. This visa is intended for those who wish to share their culture, customs, and history with Americans in a public setting while also learning about American culture, customs, and history. The program aims to provide practical training and employment opportunities while fostering cultural exchange and understanding.

The length of stay for a Q-1 visa is typically up to 15 months, and extensions are not permitted. Visa holders must return to their home country upon completion of the program.

The State Department does not maintain a cap on Q-1 visas.

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