G visa

G Visa
Type	Non-immigrant visa for representatives of international organizations
Purpose	Official travel to the United States for duties related to international organizations
Categories	G-1: Permanent mission representatives to international organizations; G-2: Temporary representatives to international organizations; G-3: Representatives of non-recognized or non-member governments; G-4: Employees of international organizations; G-5: Personal employees or domestic workers of G-1, G-2, G-3, or G-4 visa holders;
Eligibility	Representing an international organization or foreign government; Engaging in official activities for the international organization;
Duration	Generally allowed to retain status as long as recognized by U.S. Secretary of State
Work Authorization	Primary visa holders are authorized to work; Eligible family members can apply for work authorization;
Application Process	Initial request through U.S. Department of State; Complete Form DS-160 online; Submit required documents to U.S. Embassy or Consulate;
Special Privileges	Diplomatic privileges and immunities (extent varies by position); Certain tax exemptions;
Oversight	U.S. Department of State

A G visa is a category of official visas issued to diplomats, government officials, and international organization employees who are visiting the United States temporarily for a governmental purpose.

G visas may also be issued to immediate family members of the principal visa holder. G visas are issued by the United States Department of State.

G visas are not issued to heads of state, who are instead granted an A-1 visa.