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O-1 Visa Known As The "Genius" Visa
For accomplished professionals who want to continue their careers in the U.S.
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Often called the "Genius" visa, the O-1 is more inclusive than you'd think. If you're accomplished and well-respected in your field, you likely qualify.
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The O-1A is designed for individuals at the very top of their field in business, science, education, and athletics. If you have a U.S. company that needs to bring someone with extraordinary ability into the United States, the O-1 is an excellent option.
O-1 Visa Benefits
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Politically, the U.S. government is generally welcoming to extraordinarily talented individuals.
#AmericanDream.
No Lottery
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Unlike the H-1B, there's no lottery or annual cap on the O-1.
Work for Whoever You Want
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Got a new role? We can secure a new O-1 easily.
No Maximum Stay
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Valid for up to 3 years initially, and renewable with no maximum stay.
A Path to a Green Card
The O-1 is the most direct path to an EB-1 green card.
Travel Internationally
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As a multi-entry visa, the O-1 lets you travel freely.
No Education Requirements
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No degree, diploma, or formal training required.
O-1A Visa Criteria
There are a few criteria that go into preparing your visa case.
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If you have received a major award in your field, such as a Nobel Prize or an Olympic Medal, you already meet the criteria and will qualify. If not, don't worry. There is another way. You will have to meet 3 out of the 8 categories below.
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Our attorneys can help make sure that all of your documents and evidence are submitted according to the regulations and deadlines.
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O-1A Criteria for Individuals in Business, Education, Sciences & Athletics
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You only need to meet 3 out of the 8 criteria.
1. Award
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If you have won any national or international awards, then that qualifies. Venture Capital investment may also count as an award.
2. Membership
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This requirement is met if you are a member of an organization that requires outstanding achievements as judged by recognized experts in the same field.
3. Judging
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People who qualify for this criterion have participated as a judge (individually or as a part of a panel) evaluating the work of others.
4. Media
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Published material in professional or major trade publications, or major media, about you and your work.
5. Original Contributions
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If you have created or invented something new; an original technology or have a patent, then you meet this criterion.
6. Scholarly Articles
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People who meet this criterion have authored scholarly articles in professional journals or other major media.
7. Critical Employment
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People who qualify for this criterion can demonstrate they've held a leading role within an organization/establishment with a distinguished reputation.
8. High Income
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If you have a significantly high salary or have significant equity in a VC-backed company, then this category is for you.
Built for Achievers.
Whom we recommend this for.
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We recommend the O-1A for founders, executives, researchers, and accomplished professionals who want to live and work in the U.S. It lets you work and travel internationally, and when you're ready to make the U.S. your permanent home, you may qualify for the EB-1 extraordinary ability green card.
How We Work
1.Dream
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We will have a meeting to make sure you qualify for what you are seeking.
2. Design
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We have a strategy meeting to get details about you and your company.
3. Inspire
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We share documents, contracts, and letters for you or others to sign.
4. Create
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You sign all final documents & launch your new journey!
WHAT OUR TALENTED CLIENTS SAY
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