Visas for Athletes

 

About P Visas

The P Visa is a work visa for athletes with international merit and who have a contract to perform or compete in the United States.

 

Basic Requirements

1. The visa is issued for the specific time that the foreign employer's services are needed. Because of this, a contract with specific dates is generally required. 

2. This visa generally requires an advisory opinion from peer groups, or experts in the field, that will attest to the athlete's skill. 

 

Analysis

• These visa applications can be processed very fast if the employer choses to file with expedited processing

• If the foreign employee generally works through an agent, the agent may serve as the applicant

• Spouses and minor children of the foreign worker may accompany the foreign worker. 

 

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