O-1 Visa
O-1 visa news and guides for individuals with extraordinary ability or achievement in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics.
O-1 and L-1 Visas Gain Traction After H-1B Fee Jump to $100K
Effective September 21, 2025, H-1B government fees rose to $100,000–$152,000 per petition with higher wage rules and stricter review. Employers are pivoting to O-1 and L-1 visas, assessing costs, eligibility,…
O-1 Visa Explained: A Viable Alternative to H-1B Constraints
Employers and top talent are increasingly using the O‑1 visa—uncapped and year‑round—to avoid H‑1B lottery uncertainty. The O‑1…
Indian Tech Pro Piyush Varanjani Secures O-1 Visa, SF Startup
Piyush Varanjani received an O-1 visa in 2025, allowing him to grow his AI startup in San Francisco.…
8 Essential Requirements for the O-1 Extraordinary Ability Visa
O-1 visas allow individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences or arts to work in the U.S. Applicants need…
O-1 Visa: A Growing Alternative to H-1B for Indian Professionals
Indian professionals increasingly choose the O-1 visa for U.S. work due to its high approval rates and no…
Dallas Businessman in 3D Printing Denied U.S. ‘Extraordinary Ability’ Visa
A Dallas businessman in 3D printing was denied the EB-1A "Extraordinary Ability" visa, reflecting challenges for innovators in…
Concurrent Filing: I-485 & I-130 with O-1 Visa Extension Pending
Filing I-485 and I-130 with a pending O-1 extension is possible, but requires maintaining lawful presence during the…
USCIS Updates EB-1 Extraordinary Ability Eligibility Criteria
USCIS released new guidance on EB-1 eligibility criteria for extraordinary ability visas, refining evidence evaluation. Key points include…
H-1B to O-1 Visa Status Change Process
Yes, an H-1B visa holder can change their status to a different non-immigrant category, like an O-1 visa,…
Risks of Declining the H1B Lottery for an O1 Visa
Choosing between an O1 visa and the H1B lottery is crucial for U.S. career planning. O1 visas offer…