O-1 Extraordinary Ability Visa

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The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for individuals who possess extraordinary ability in the arts, sciences, athletics, or the entertainment industry, and they must have been recognized nationally or internationally. This is a very high standard to reach and requires the beneficiary of the visa to have risen to the very top of their field. A successful applicant must be known as renowned, leading, or very well known in their field. The person with extraordinary ability must have a petition filed on their behalf, receive a written advisory opinion from a peer group, unless one does not exist, and there must be a contract between the petitioner and the beneficiary outlining the terms of employment. This type of visa requires a substantial amount of evidence, and it’s highly recommended that you contact an immigration attorney with any and all questions you may have.