Travel Documents

International travel as a non-immigrant requires advance planning and careful attention to details. The most important item is to make sure you have all the required documents and your passport (not packed in your suitcase) on you when you arrive back in the United States. Always informa Visa and Immigration Services Advisor before you leave the United States.

Although travel within the United States does not require that you carry immigration documents with you, it is always a good idea to keep a copy of pertinent items with you as a precautionary measure in order to demonstrate that you have lawful status within the United States.

Please use the chart below as a guide to help you with your travel plans.

Visa Category	Documents Required & General Information for Travel Overseas and Return to the United States
J-1 / J-2	Valid passport. (Note: Your passport must be valid at least six months into the future at all times, especially upon initial entry or re-entry into the United States.) J-1 visa stamp Form DS-2019 signed/endorsed for travel validation Evidence of financial support — It is strongly recommended that non-immigrants carry proof of financial support and resources (paycheck stubs, financial support letters, bank statements, etc.)
H-1B / H4	Valid passport. (Note: Your passport must be valid at least six months into the future at all times, especially upon initial entry or re-entry into the United States.) H-1B visa stamp I-797A Original Approval Notice issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Copy of the H-1B petition, if needed Last 3 paycheck stubs
F-1 / F-2 / EAD/OPT/STEM	Valid passport F-1 Visa stamp Form I-20 signed/endorsed for travel by your school’s Designated Official If traveling during OPT or STEM OPT period, have EAD/OPT card Letter of Employment Status Verification from current employer
Pending Immigrant	Valid passport Original or copies of Form I-140 or I-130 Approval Notice Form I-485 Receipt Notice Valid EAD & Advance Parole Combo Card
O1 / O2	Valid passport Visa stamp Form I-797A Original Approval Notice Evidence of financial support – It is strongly recommended that non-immigrants carry proof of their financial support and resources
TN / TD for Canadian Citizen	The TN “visa” applicant will need to have a valid Canadian passport, and supply the following documents: A job offer letter showing that the person will be working at a professional level, and describing the proposed employment activity, including daily job duties, the job requirements (such as educational level or license), employment location, salary and benefits, and how long the services will be needed (for up to three years); Evidence of qualifications to perform at a professional level, as demonstrated by college degrees, licenses, memberships, or other relevant credentials that establish professional status; and Evidence that the particular profession is among those listed in Appendix 1603.D.1 to Annex 1603 of NAFTA or 8 CFR Section 214.6.
TN / TD for Mexican Citizen	If you are a Mexican citizen, you are required to obtain a visa stamp to enter the United States as a TN non-immigrant. You should apply for a TN visa directly at a U.S. embassy or consulate in Mexico.The applicant will need to have a valid Mexican passport, and to supply the following documents: A job offer letter showing that he or she will be working at a professional level, and describing the proposed employment activity, including daily job duties, the job requirements (such as educational level or license), salary and benefits, and how long the services will be needed (for up to three years); Evidence of qualifications to perform at a professional level, as demonstrated by college degrees, licenses, memberships, or other relevant credentials that establish professional status; and Evidence that the particular profession is among those listed in Appendix 1603.D.1 to Annex 1603 of NAFTA.
B-1	Valid passport Visa stamp Supporting documents regarding B-1 business activity in the United States NOTE: BERKELEY LAB DOES NOT ACCEPT THE B-2 TOURIST VISA FOR SITE VISITS/LAB ACCESS
WB	Valid passport. Supporting documents regarding WB business activity in the United States NOTE: BERKELEY LAB DOES NOT ACCEPT THE WT TOURIST VISA FOR SITE VISITS/LAB ACCESS