Puerto Rico•North AmericaH-3 Trainee Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Up to 2 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
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.
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Requirements
Personal
Education
None or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for training period
Training offer
Details of training program
Sponsor Documents
Form I-129
Petition for nonimmigrant trainee
Training plan
Detailed curriculum and schedule
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Application Process
Employer files petition
Form I-129 with training plan
USCIS approval
Petition reviewed
Visa interview
At US consulate
Enter Puerto Rico
Begin training program
Application Forms
Form I-129
Form ID: I-129
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