The Temporary Family Visitation Act creates a new temporary visa category that allows foreign relatives of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to visit the United States for family purposes, such as attending major life events, religious ceremonies, or social visits. The bill expands the existing visitor visa category to include these family-related reasons alongside business and pleasure travel. To qualify, visitors must have a U.S. sponsor who submits a financial support declaration, obtain travel medical insurance for their stay, and agree to leave within 90 days per calendar year. The bill includes safeguards to prevent abuse, such as prohibiting sponsors from petitioning for relatives who previously overstayed their authorized time, and it allows people already classified as immigrants awaiting visa availability to use this family visit visa while waiting. No specific funding or implementation timeline is mentioned in the legislation.
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