Specialty Visa (P visa)

 Description

The P Visa is intended for world class athletes and entertainment professionals working in a group (i.e: companies, circus, musical bands, etc.) and who have achieved international recognition.

 Eligibility Requirements

• The candidates must have recognized extraordinary skills on a national or international level.

• The eligibility requirements vary regarding athletes, groups of entertainers, or other professionals in the field.
  

 Period of Validity

• Group of entertainers and sports teams: 1 year, renewable once.

• Athletes: 5 years, renewable once
  

 Status of dependents

• No work authorization is provided for the spouse of a P visa holder.

• The minor children can immigrate with the P visa holder and attend school in the United States without having to request a student visa (F visa).
  

 Particulars

• After having obtained a P visa, the holder can apply for a Green Card. However depending on the individual’s qualification the P visa holder may require a Labor Certification.