O And P Visas

The O-1 visa is a work-based visa available to people who have extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, business, education and athletic fields of endeavor. The petition must include documents that demonstrate extraordinary ability. Proof of extraordinary ability can be demonstrated in a number of ways, but the proof must be substantial enough to convince immigration officials that the individual seeking admittance warrants entry.

Our experienced visa attorneys in Los Angeles are familiar with O visas and understand the types of awards, accolades, accomplishments and recognition that are likely to make an applicant eligible for an O visa.

The P-1 visa is a temporary work visa for persons who perform as an athlete, individually or as part of a group or team, or a person who performs with or is an integral part of an entertainment group or musical band. Specifically, the P-1 visa is for athletes coming to the U.S. to perform at a specific athletic competition and for people of foreign countries coming to the U.S. to perform as members of an internationally recognized entertainment group (e.g., a music band).

The P-4 visa is for the spouse or child of a P-1 visa holder. Some of the athletes and entertainment groups we help at our law firm include world-renowned professional boxers for virtually all the major boxing promoters; MMA fighters, especially those competing for the Ultimate Fighting Champions (UFC), and athletes of other sporting events.