You will need to have a valid passport and a visa in order to enter the United States. Since it can take several months to obtain a passport and all the documentation, start the process as soon as you can.

• Passports
• Visas
• Sufficient Financial Resources
• Proving Non-immigrant Intent
• Changing Visa Status After Arrival
• Maintaining Visa Status After Arrival
• Employment
• Additional Information
• Immigration-Related Web Sites