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How do I prove the O-1B criterion that I have a record of major commercial or critically acclaimed success? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

How do I prove the O-1B criterion that I have a record of major commercial or critically acclaimed success?

The O-1B visa is for foreign nationals (aliens) who have demonstrated extraordinary ability by sustained national or international acclaim in the arts or extraordinary achievement in motion picture or television industry. To qualify for an O-1B visa, you will have to submit…
July 24, 2020
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How can I prove that I was a lead/starring participant in productions or events that have distinguished reputation? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

How can I prove that I was a lead/starring participant in productions or events that have distinguished reputation?

The O-1B visa is for foreign nationals (aliens) who have demonstrated extraordinary ability by sustained national or international acclaim in the arts or extraordinary achievement in motion picture or television industry. To qualify for an O-1B visa, you will have…
July 9, 2020
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How can I prove that I have achieved national or international recognition for my achievements? Do I qualify for an O-1B visa? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

How can I prove that I have achieved national or international recognition for my achievements? Do I qualify for an O-1B visa?

If you are an artist and you want to apply for an O-1B visa, you will have to demonstrate that: You received a major national or international recognized award such as Emmy or Grammy, or You meet at least 3 of these requirements.…
July 1, 2020
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I am in the U.S. on an O-1 status and I want to change my employer. Does my new employer have to file a new O-1 petition? Do I have to get a new visa stamp? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

I am in the U.S. on an O-1 status and I want to change my employer. Does my new employer have to file a new O-1 petition? Do I have to get a new visa stamp?

If you are currently in the U.S. on an O-1A or an O-1B status and you want to change your employer, you can do so, but your new employer will have to file a new O-1 petition with USCIS. You…
June 30, 2020
What Does It Mean To Play A Lead Role for Productions? What Does It Mean To Play A Lead/Starring Role Organizations? What Are Productions of Distinguished Reputation? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

What Does It Mean To Play A Lead Role for Productions? What Does It Mean To Play A Lead/Starring Role Organizations? What Are Productions of Distinguished Reputation?

The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for individuals who possess extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or who have a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and has been recognized nationally…
June 12, 2020
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What is the consultation requirement for the O-1 visa? What is a peer group? What should the Advisory opinion contain? Do I have to pay for the Advisory Opinion? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

What is the consultation requirement for the O-1 visa? What is a peer group? What should the Advisory opinion contain? Do I have to pay for the Advisory Opinion?

O-1 visa is a great visa for individual who possesses extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or who has a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and has been recognized nationally…
May 15, 2020
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What is an Independent Expert Opinion Letter for the Purposes of the O-1B Visa? How Can I Obtain an Independent Expert Opinion Letter? Who is an Independent Expert? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

What is an Independent Expert Opinion Letter for the Purposes of the O-1B Visa? How Can I Obtain an Independent Expert Opinion Letter? Who is an Independent Expert?

As part of your O-1B extraordinary ability visa process, you may obtain expert opinion letters from certain key individuals.  Considering the importance of the letters, it is worth the time and effort to seek expert opinion letters from experts who…
April 28, 2020
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I am an artist and I want to apply for an O-1B visa. What does extraordinary ability in arts mean? What is the definition of “arts”? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

I am an artist and I want to apply for an O-1B visa. What does extraordinary ability in arts mean? What is the definition of “arts”?

f you are an artist and you want to apply for an O-1B visa, you will have to demonstrate that: You have an extraordinary ability in the arts which has been demonstrated by national or international acclaim, and You are…
April 10, 2020
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Am I Qualified for the O-1B Visa? What Are My Chances/Likelihood of Success in Securing the O-1B Visa? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

Am I Qualified for the O-1B Visa? What Are My Chances/Likelihood of Success in Securing the O-1B Visa?

The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for individuals who possess extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or who have a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and has been recognized nationally…
April 3, 2020
Do I Need to Have Won Awards to Apply for the O-1 Visa? What Types of Awards Can be Included in an O-1 Visa Petition? Can I Include Student Awards? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

Do I Need to Have Won Awards to Apply for the O-1 Visa? What Types of Awards Can be Included in an O-1 Visa Petition? Can I Include Student Awards?

The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for individuals who possesses extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or who have a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and has been recognized nationally…
August 30, 2019
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Venue Created for Labor Unions to Send Negative Consultation Letters Directly to USCIS Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

Venue Created for Labor Unions to Send Negative Consultation Letters Directly to USCIS

USCIS announced on September 14, 2018 that, effective immediately, USCIS has created a venue to accept copies of negative consultation letters directly from labor unions regarding current or future O nonimmingrant visa petition requests. O-1 and O-2 nonimmigrant visas are…
September 14, 2018
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When Do I Need to Include an Itinerary as Part of My O-1 Petition? What Elements Should Be Included in an O-1 Itinerary? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

When Do I Need to Include an Itinerary as Part of My O-1 Petition? What Elements Should Be Included in an O-1 Itinerary?

The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for individuals who possesses extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or who have a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and has been recognized nationally…
September 12, 2018
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