P-1
Visa (Athlete/Entertainer)
Visa Max provides immigration services for foreign nationals
or US companies that are hiring foreign nationals for temporary
employment in the US. Our immigration lawyers will prepare
and file all the necessary documents to complete your visa
application. Visa Max services for P-1 work visa include:
- P-1 Visa Application
- P-1 Visa Extension
- P-1 Visa Renewal
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P-1 Visa
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P-1 Visa Description:
The P-1 classification applies to an alien coming to the U.S. temporarily to
perform at a specific athletic competition as an athlete, individually or
as part of a group or team, at an internationally recognized level of performance.
P-1 Visa Requirements:
A U.S. employer should file the I-129 petition with:
1. A written advisory opinion from an appropriate labor
organization:
2. A copy of the contract with a major U.S. sports league
or team or a contract in an individual sport commensurate
with international recognition in the sport, if such contracts
are normally utilized in the sport;
3. Copies of evidence of at least two of the following:
a. Significant participation in a prior season with a
major United States sports league;
b. Participation in international competition with a national
team;
c. Significant participation in a prior season for a U.S.
college or university in intercollegiate competition
d. A written statement from an official of the governing
body of the sport which details how the alien or team is
internationally recognized;
e. A written statement from a member of the sports media
or a recognized expert in the sport which details how the
alien or team is internationally recognized;
f. The individual or team is ranked, if the sport has
international rankings; or
g. The alien or team has received a significant honor
or award in the sport.
P-1 Entertainment Group
Visa Description:
The P-1 classification also applies to an alien coming
temporarily to perform as a member of a foreign-based entertainment
group that has been recognized internationally as outstanding
in the discipline for a sustained and substantial period
of time. This person also must have had a sustained and
substantial relationship with the group (ordinarily for
at least one year) and/or provide functions integral to
the group's performance.
Visa Requirements:
The petition should be filed by a U.S. employer with:
1. A written advisory opinion from an appropriate labor
organization;
2. A statement that the group has been established and
performing regularly for at least one year;
3. Evidence the group is internationally recognized as
outstanding in the discipline for a sustained and substantial
period of time as demonstrated by evidence of the group's
receipt of, or nomination for, significant international
awards or prizes for outstanding achievement in the field,
or evidence of at least 3 of the following:
a. The group has performed and will perform as a starring
or leading entertainment group in production or events
which have a distinguished reputation as evidenced by
critical reviews, advertisements, publicity releases,
publications, contracts, or endorsements;
b. The group has achieved international recognition
and acclaim for outstanding achievement in its field as
evidenced by reviews in major newspapers, trade journals,
magazines or other published material;
c. The group has performed and will perform services
as a leading or starring group for organizations and establishments
that have a distinguished reputation as evidenced by articles
in newspapers, trade journals, publications, or testimonials;
The group has a record of major commercial or critically
acclaimed successes, as evidenced by indicators such as
ratings, box office receipts, record, cassette or video
sales, and other achievements as reported in trade journals,
major newspapers or other publications;
The alien has received significant recognition for achievements
from critics, organizations, government agencies or other
recognized experts in the field in which the alien is engaged,
with the testimonials clearly indicating the author's authority,
expertise and knowledge of the alien's achievements; or
The group has commanded and will command a high salary
or other substantial remuneration for services comparable
to others similarly situated in the field, as evidenced
by contracts or other reliable evidence.
Visa Max P-1 Services
The goal of Visa Max is to provide the most effective
and economical immigration services online for our clients.
Immigration consultation can be provided through e-mail,
telephone or fax. By doing so, we are able to provide
a much lower immigration services for you at a reduced
cost.
Preparation of immigration documents for each specific
visa requires a thorough examination and detailed preparation. Inaccurate
filing not only will waste your money but will also delay
your application process. This is why we strongly recommend
the service of experienced immigration lawyers with specialized
knowledge of the type of visas that you are applying for.
At Visa Max, it is our first priority to prepare and
file your document in an accurate and timely manner. Our
services include:
- Revision of your preliminary documents by our experienced
immigration lawyers to determine if you are eligible for
P-1 visa.
- A check list of necessary documents require for accurate
preparation of your P-1 visa.
- Preparation of your P-1 documentation by our immigration
lawyers.
- Submission of your visa application to the INS and/or
proper governmental agencies.
- Coordination of visa documents and correspondence between
you and the INS
- Online access to your application status 24 hours a
day
- Online communication with our immigration lawyers through
phone, e-mail, or fax.
Please note that the decision to approve your type of visa
is determine solely by the governmental agency in charge
of visa issuance.
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