🇺🇸 United States · Employer-sponsored work

CW-1 Nonimmigrant Visa Program — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-24 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired
Health insuranceRequired (valid in-country)
Age range18–65

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 12 months.

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/temporary-workers/cw-1-cnmi-only-transitional-worker.

Frequently asked

Do I need health insurance?

Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

Health insurance

“Employers must comply with all federal and CNMI requirements relating to employment.”

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.

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