Hey everyone,

Looking for a quick reality check on an EB-1A case I’m working on.

Would <em data-start=”267″ data-end=”304″>selection to a national sports team (specifically a highly competitive one like Brazil’s national diving team) be sufficient to satisfy <strong data-start=”405″ data-end=”478″>the “membership in associations that require…

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Suppose someone already has an approved EB-2 NIW petition (I-140 approved), but their priority date is stuck due to the visa bulletin backlog.

In such a scenario, would applying for an O-1 visa be a strategic move to expedite the ability to work and stay in the U.S., especially for someone with significant achievements in their field?

Would love…

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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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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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I have a quick question regarding the necessity of obtaining a consultation (advisory opinion) letter for an athlete who is already an active, recognized member of their sport’s primary governing body when renewing their P-1A visa. Given that the athlete’s ongoing membership and international recognition are well-documented, is it still required…

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