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P-1 Visa

The P-1 Visa is a nonimmigrant visa designed for individuals who are internationally recognized for their achievements in athletics or as members of renowned entertainment groups. This visa is divided into two categories: P-1A for athletes and P-1B for members of entertainment groups. Each category has specific eligibility criteria that applicants must meet to qualify. The P-1A Visa is tailored for athletes who compete at an internationally recognized level, while the P-1B Visa is intended for artists and entertainers who are part of globally acclaimed groups.

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Eligibility Requirements for P-1A Visa:
  • The applicant must show achievement of an extraordinary level of performance and international recognition if the candidate is an individual athlete.
  • Team must demonstrate that the team together has achieved internationally. recognition if the candidate is a part of a team.
  • The applicant must be coming to the U.S to participate in an event or competition or perform as an internationally recognized athlete or on athletic teams.
  • There must be a U.S. employer, agent, or sponsor.

Eligibility Requirements for P-1B Visa:
  • Entertainment groups must have extraordinary achievements and consequently gain international recognition.
  • At least 75 percent of the entertainment group has had a consistent relationship with the group at least for a year.
  • The entertainment group must be employed by a U.S. employer, agent, or sponsor.

The P-1 Visa is a nonimmigrant visa designed for individuals who are internationally recognized for their achievements in athletics or as members of renowned entertainment groups. This visa is divided into two categories:

P-1A for athletes

P-1B for members of entertainment groups

Both P-1 Visa categories have their eligibility requirements.

What is the duration of P-1 Visa?
The duration of a P-1 Visa depends on the time for the visa beneficiaries to complete their events in the United States. However, the initial stay on P-1 cannot exceed a full year for both P-1A and P-1B Visas.
P-1A beneficiaries can get a one-time extension of up to 5 years while P-1B beneficiaries can be granted one-year extensions in increments.
Your family is not authorized to work on P-1 status, but they can attend non-academic, vocational studies.
No. You are required to be a member of an entertainment group to be eligible for a P-1B Visa.

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