O and P Visa Programs

US immigration law allows for temporary entry of actors, musicians and athletes and other individuals with extraordinary ability and fame. Individuals covered under these visa programs (O1 visas and P1 visas). Whether they petition as individuals or as a group—a band or an exhibition baseball team—the artists or athletes must be able to demonstrate their extraordinary ability and significance to his or her field of endeavor. The Boston law firm of Foley Law Offices, P.C., has the knowledge and experience to make the visa application process as easy as possible. Contact a skilled immigration lawyer.

Athletes and Entertainer Visa Requirements

The visa programs (O-1, O-2, O-3, and P-1) covering athletes and entertainers allow for support personnel such as managers, trainers, and costumers, to accompany the athlete, actor, or musician. Children and spouses may also be admitted.

Whether coming alone or with a group, the entertainer or artist must submit a significant amount of documentation. Contracts, information about team or individual rankings in the relevant sport, awards, letters from the governing organization, copies of media—articles, videos, newspaper clippings— illustrating the importance of the individual or group, historical salary or payment information for the individual or group, and proof that the individual or group has been acting, performing, or playing the sport for at least a year.

How an Immigration Lawyer Can Help

The time-consuming process of gathering these materials is undertaken by our attorney, John Philip Foley, for clients applying for entry under the O and P visa programs. Because of his experience and knowledge of the requirements of these visa programs, Attorney Foley provides clients with the peace of mind that comes from knowing that the process is being handled correctly. Contact a skilled immigration lawyer who knows the requirements for O and P visa applications. Call Foley Law Offices, P.C., at 1-888-973-6448.

A Boston Massachusetts law firm focusing on securing O and P visas for athletes and entertainers