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In this episode of our series we are going to talk about the USCIS criterion for an O-1B that requires evidence that the artist “has either commanded a high salary or will command a high salary or other substantial remuneration for services in relation to others in the field, as evidenced by contracts or other reliable evidence”. But what does this mean? What do you need to show to satisfy this criterion? And why do so many people misunderstand this criterion and get it wrong? To ask Lin Walker about your particular immigration concerns please contact her here... lwalker@meyner.com
One criterion for the O-1B requires evidence that the artist “has received significant recognition for achievements from organizations, critics, government agencies, or other recognized experts in the field in which the alien is engaged. Such testimonials must be in a form which clearly indicates the author's authority, expertise, and knowledge of the alien's achievements.” But what does this mean? What do you need to show to satisfy this criterion? And why do so many people make mistakes in this area?
The USCIS O-1B criterion at 8 CFR §214.2(o)(3)(iv)(B)(4) requires evidence that the artist “has a record of major commercial or critically acclaimed successes as evidenced by such indicators as title, rating, standing in the field, box office receipts, motion pictures or television ratings, and other occupational achievements reported in trade journals, major newspapers, or other publications.” But what does this mean? What do you need to show to satisfy this criterion? And why do so many people get it wrong? To discuss your immigration questions with Lin Walker please reach out to her at... lwalker@meyner.com
Today is part three of our six-part deep dive into the O-1B visa. You can go back to our last two episodes to catch up if you missed them. This series is about the often convoluted language in the USCIS regulations that gets glossed over and misunderstood, and that that people far too often get wrong. One of the criterion for the O-1B that, IMHO, causes the most confusion is evidence that the foreign national “has performed, and will perform, in a lead, starring, or critical role for organizations and establishments that have a distinguished reputation evidenced by articles in newspapers, trade journals, publications, or testimonials.” 8 CFR §214.2(o)(3)(iv)(B)(3) What’s so difficult about this criterion? Why do so many people get it wrong? To discuss your business immigration ssituation with Lin Walker reach out to her here... lwalker@meyner.com
Part two of our six-part deep dive into the O-1B visa. The USCIS regulations for the O-1B visa require evidence that the foreign national “has achieved national or international recognition for achievements evidenced by critical reviews or other published materials by or about the individual in major newspapers, trade journals, magazines, or other publications.” What’s so difficult about this criterion? And why do so many people get it wrong? What IS national or international recognition? To discuss your personal and confidential business immigration issues please contact Lin Walker at lwalker@meyner.com