How to change your status from a O-1 Visa to a EB-1A…
How to change your status from a O-1 Visa to a EB-1A Green Card?
The O1 visa offers a road to permanent residency in the United States through the EB-1A green card, which applicants can apply for themselves, through their employers, or through a National Interest Waiver. Because the priority dates are current, the EB-1A green card is highly desired.
The processing period for an EB-1A green card is usually six to eight months, however it can take up to a year if Premium Processing is chosen.
You can submit an I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence once your EB-1A green card (I-140 petition) has been approved (adjustment of status form.)
The I-485 adjustment of status takes around six months to be processed by USCIS, and Premium Processing is not available.
Who can apply for a O-1B Visa?
The term “distinction” in the arts is used to describe remarkable talent for O-1B reasons.
A one-time great achievement, such as an Academy Award, Emmy, or Director’s Guild Award, or evidence of at least three of the following can be used to demonstrate distinction:
A track record of great commercial or critical acclaim, as evidenced by indications such as title, rating, or field standing, box office receipts, motion picture or television ratings, and other occupational accomplishments recorded in trade journals, major newspapers, or other publications;
Significant recognition for accomplishments from organizations, critics, government agencies, or other known authorities in the field in which you work, with testimonies clearly establishing the author’s authority, expertise, and knowledge of the alien’s accomplishments;
In comparison to others in the field, a high wage or other large remuneration for services, as evidenced by contracts or other trustworthy documentation and more!
Required documents for a O-2 Visa?
The following documents are required for an O-2 visa:
a completed visa application form DS-156,
a recent photograph of yourself that is two inches square (50mm x 50mm),
a valid passport and proof of return to your home country are required.
An official agreement detailing the terms and conditions of the services between you and the petitioner, an agreement between you and the holder of an O-1 visa that establishes your professional relationship, proof of a previous professional relationship with the O-1 visa holder, as well as proof that you are able to help the O-1 visa holder!
How to extend your stay with a O-3 Visa?
You can file Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status, if the principal visa holder (O-1 or O-2) files for an extension. Extensions are granted in one-year increments, with no limit on the number of times you can request.
