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OandPVisas replied to the discussion Does this equestrian profile meet the P-1 visa standard? in the forum General Forum a year ago
Reply to Does this equestrian profile meet the P-1 visa standard?
Short answer: No — this profile does not meet P-1 requirements, but it could be shaped into a viable O-1 case.
Why the P-1 Visa Doesn’t Fit
Because the petition would be for employment as a coach/assistant trainer rather than as a competing athlete, USCIS would deny a P-1 filing on these facts.
A Better Strategy: O-1A (Athletics)
The O-1A category…
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Nickel Thomas posted an update a year ago
I wonder how approval rates are impacted with everything going on with the administration.
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Milanos Wilkins started the discussion Does this equestrian profile meet the P-1 visa standard? in the forum General Forum a year ago
Does this equestrian profile meet the P-1 visa standard?
Potential P-1 visa case for a professional equestrian rider in the reining discipline (a western sport involving judged maneuvers). The athlete:
Has built a reputation in Australia, working with a variety of horses, including those with saddle-fitting challenges
Has been offered a job as an Assistant Trainer in Texas
Is featured in a…
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Milanos Wilkins started the discussion Question: Based on this profile, is this athlete eligible for an O-1 or P-1 visa in the forum General Forum a year ago
Question: Based on this profile, is this athlete eligible for an O-1 or P-1 visa
Overview:
This athlete has shown consistent success across multiple competitions in both Gi and No-Gi formats, including championships in the Expert divisions. Despite being relatively new as a purple belt, their performance demonstrates significant growth and rising talent in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai.
Fighter Profile
Belt Level: Purple…
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Alex Green started the discussion F-1 Visa and Poker Involvement – Immigration Compliance Question in the forum Legal & Document Help a year ago
F-1 Visa and Poker Involvement – Immigration Compliance Question
I’m looking for insights from fellow immigration attorneys on a unique situation involving a client on an F-1 visa who is currently a full-time student and also actively learning and playing poker.
He wishes to participate in poker competitions—some of which may involve cash prizes.
Are there any monetary thresholds or legal concerns he should…
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Alex Green started the discussion O-1 Visa Itinerary Question for Retired Olympian Athlete in the forum General Forum a year ago
O-1 Visa Itinerary Question for Retired Olympian Athlete
I’m working on an O-1 visa petition for a retired Olympian athlete who is now primarily engaged in activities like speaking at seminars, mentoring upcoming athletes, and participating in sports education programs. Since there is no ongoing competitive career or regular events scheduled like in the case of active athletes, I wanted to ask…
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OandPVisas replied to the discussion Query Regarding Consultation Letters for P-1A Renewals in the forum General Forum a year ago
Reply to Query Regarding Consultation Letters for P-1A Renewals
Yes — USCIS still expects every P-1A petition —including extensions or repeat filings —to be supported by a written “consultation” (advisory-opinion) letter from the relevant U.S. labor/peer/governing body. Ongoing membership or notoriety is excellent evidence of the athlete’s continued international recognition, but it does not… Read more
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