In general, the following documents are required:

1.       Passport(s) valid for 60 days beyond the expiration date printed on the immigrant visa.

2.       Application for Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration, Form DS-230, both Part I and Part II, or Online Immigrant Visa Application and Registration, Form DS-260 (NOTE: Form DS-260 is a new online application form. It is currently in use for immigrant visa applicants whose cases meet certain criteria.)

3.       Two (2) 2x2 required format photographs.

4.     Civil Documents for the applicant.

A written statement from an authorized official of the religious organization that will be employing the alien establishing:

1)       that the alien has been a member of the denomination for the required two years,

2)       a description of the proposed position, and that the alien is qualified for the position,

3)       the arrangements, if any, for salary, benefits, and other compensation,

4)       the name and location of the place the alien will provide the services, and

5)       the organization’s affiliation with the denomination.

Evidence showing that the religious organization or any affiliate which will engage the alien’s services is a bona fide nonprofit, religious organization in the U.S. and is exempt from taxation under 501(c)(3) status.  

5.         Financial Support

6.         Completed Medical Examination Forms