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P-1 Artists and Athletes
Visas
The P-1 visa is issued to a person who
performs as an athlete, individually or as a part of a
group or team at "an internationally recognized
level of performance," or a person who performs
with or is an integral or essential part of an
entertainment group that has been recognized
internationally as being outstanding in the discipline
for a sustained and substantial period of time, and
has had a sustained and substantial relationship with
the group over a period of at least one year.
To obtain a P-1 visa, the foreign national must have
someone such as an agent or employer, submit a related
petition to the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization
Service. This petition usually contains information
such as affidavits, contracts, awards, and similar
documentation reflecting the nature of the person's
achievements where the work has been performed. Also
attached should be materials verifying the recognition
or extraordinary ability or achievement of the
performer including his or hers recognition, ability,
as well as the credentials of the author of the
affidavit and how s/he came about this knowledge.
If you need assistance with the P-1 application
process, please consult an attorney. If you would like
Thomas Bassett and Associates to be your attorney,
please contact us. We would be delighted to be of
service to you.
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