Simplify Your O-1 Visa Filing with LegalOS

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Overview

What is the O-1 Visa?

The O-1 visa is designed for individuals who possess extraordinary ability or achievement in fields such as the arts, sciences, education, business, or athletics. This visa is ideal for companies looking to bring over top-tier talent who can significantly contribute to their U.S. operations.

The O-1 visa allows companies to sponsor individuals who have demonstrated sustained national or international acclaim. This visa is valid for an initial period of up to three years, with the possibility of extensions based on ongoing projects or employment.

Key Requirements:

  • Extraordinary Ability: The applicant must demonstrate extraordinary ability through sustained national or international acclaim.
  • Recognized Achievement: The applicant must provide evidence of a major award or at least three criteria such as published material, significant contributions to the field, or a leading role in a distinguished organization.
  • U.S. Employment: The applicant must have a job offer from a U.S. employer who will act as the sponsor.
Benefits

O-1 Visa Benefits

LegalOS uses technology and legal guidance to help accelerate you U.S. business expansion

No Annual Cap

O-1 visas are available year-round, meaning you can apply whenever the need arises without worrying about quotas.

Faster Processing Times

Expedite your O-1 visa application with premium processing, allowing your extraordinary employees to join your U.S. operations faster.

Flexible Renewal

The O-1 visa can be extended indefinitely as long as the individual remains in their extraordinary capacity with the sponsoring employer.
What We Do

O-1s made simple with LegalOS

Preparing and filing your O-1 visa application
Ensuring that all necessary documents are complete and accurate
Coordinating with you & your team to gather all necessary information
Offering ongoing support and assistance throughout the process
Our Advantage

Why choose LegalOS?

Our expert immigration attorneys use our proprietary software to create high-quality visa applications with unparalleled efficiency.

RFE Protection

Each O-1 you do comes with RFE protection so if you get a Request for Evidence (RFE), we'll take care of it.
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Visa Approval

We have a long track record of visa success. We know exactly what works, and what doesn't.
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Expert Legal Advice

You can take care of your O-1 applications with help from the best lawyers in the industry.

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O-1 Visa Frequently Asked Questions

A list of frequently asked questions to help you understand more about the O-1 Visa
What are the O-1 USCIS Filing Fees?
As of April 1, 2024, the USCIS filing fees for O-1 petitions are:

$530: Base filing fee
Is there a limit on O-1 visas available per year?
No, the O-1 visa is not subject to an annual cap, allowing companies to apply whenever necessary.
What is L-1 Visa Premium Processing? How Much More Does It Cost?
Premium Processing is an expedited service offered by USCIS that allows applicants to receive faster decisions on certain immigration petitions.

When a request for Premium Processing is made, USCIS guarantees that it will take action on the petition within 15 calendar days, or the premium processing fee will be refunded.

As of February 26, 2024, the fee for Premium Processing for the O-1 visa is $2,805.

This fee is in addition to the standard filing fees
Can I change jobs under an O-1 visa?
Yes, O-1 visa holders can change employers, but the new employer must file a new O-1 petition before the individual can start working.
How long does processing an L-1 visa take?
The typical processing time for an O-1 visa is two to three months, but this can be expedited to 15 days with premium processing.


At LegalOS, we can have a completed O-1 ready to submit in just a few days.
Can Dependents Accompany an O-1 Visa Holder to the U.S.?
Yes, dependents (spouse and children under 21) can accompany the O-1 visa holder on an O-3 visa, allowing them to stay in the U.S. for the duration of the O-1 visa holder’s stay.

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