is there a visa to look for a business

[kita]

hi i was wondering if there was a visa which you can go over to US and look for a business we have 2 young children of infant school age and want to go over to actually look for a business then apply E2, we have a villa out there also and wondered if this was what B1 is for

[esprit]

Yes it is. You can also change status within the US rather than applying for E2 in London from a B1/2, though you still have to go back to London for interview and visa stamp. Of course, you can go and look for a business on visa waiver as well, but then you need to apply in London for E2 and join the massive queue there.

[kita]

ok thanks i will apply for this do you know how long waiting time would be this way and would my children be able to go to school whilst waiting?

[esprit]

The wait time varies. Kids cannot legally attend school on a B1/B2 and may not even be issued one if the embassy thinks they ought to be in full time education.

[kita]

hi julie
thanks for info ive made an appointment for week monday we will see how we get on first