Ep 4: Maria Fernanda Melgarejo-Ainsworth, Managing Partner at Melga Law - Exploring the O-1 Visa, Eligibility, 30-day filing

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Summary

The O-1 visa is a nonimmigrant visa category for individuals who possess extraordinary ability in the arts, sciences, education, business, or athletics, or who have a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry. This visa is intended for individuals who have reached the top of their field and have a high level of achievement, recognition, and expertise in their area of expertise.

Links

Melga Law: https://www.melgalaw.com/

Zeno Links: www.gozeno.io/links

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction

01:11 - Maria's Background

06:55 - Why O-1 visa is not in the news

10:51 - What is an O-1 visa?

12:10 - Eight qualification criteria

14:02 - Can O-1 visa be self-sponsored?

16:31 - What is the process in applying for O-1 visa?

21:33 - Costs

22:28 - Examples of O-1 visa approvals

27:30 - EB-2 NIW

29:30 - Working towards a O-1 visa

34:35 - Q&A

44:22 - Conclusion