Everything You Need to Know About O-1 Visas
Complete information on O-1 visa requirements, program pricing, timelines, and answers to every question about the O-1 pathway for tech professionals.
Extra cost for H-1Bs (companies outside US)
6-12 months
Time to build profile if not ready
Unlimited
Companies you can work for
Three Simple Programs
| READY TO FILE | VISA ACCELERATOR | PETITIONER SERVICE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| For Who: | Have evidence | Need evidence | Have attorney |
| Price: | $10,000 | $2,000/month x 12 | $2,000 |
| Timeline: | 30 days | 6-12 months | Immediate |
| Includes: | Full filing | 2 filings + profile building | Just petitioner |
| Payment Plans: | Yes | Built-in monthly | No |
| Best If: | Score 30+ | Score 15-29 | Already have lawyer |
THE 8 O-1 CRITERIA (You Need 3+)
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Examples: Hackathon wins, competition awards, industry honors
MEMBERSHIP IN ELITE ORGANIZATIONS
Examples: IEEE, ACM, invitation-only tech groups
MEDIA COVERAGE
Examples: TechCrunch, Forbes, industry publications
JUDGE/EXPERT ROLE
Examples: Code review, competition judging, peer evaluation
HIGH SALARY
Examples: Above $150K, top 10% in your field
ORIGINAL CONTRIBUTIONS
Examples: Patents, research, open source projects
SCHOLARLY ARTICLES
Examples: Technical blogs, papers, documentation
CRITICAL ROLE
Examples: Lead developer, CTO, essential team member
Process Timeline
Costs Breakdown
ALL COSTS EXPLAINED:
READY TO FILE PROGRAM:
Service Fee
USCIS Regular
OR Premium
TOTAL:
VISA ACCELERATOR PROGRAM:
Monthly:
OR Upfront:
USCIS Fees:
TOTAL:
PETITIONER SERVICE:
Service:
Optional Jobs:
TOTAL:
REPACKAGING (If Ever Needed):
Service:
USCIS Fees:
TOTAL:
Frequently Asked Questions
How is O-1 different from H-1B?
No lottery, no salary minimum, work for multiple companies, start businesses, no cap.
What's an agent-based petition?
We sponsor you, allowing work for any company vs. being tied to one employer.
How long does O-1 last?
3 years initially, unlimited renewals in 3-year increments.
Can my spouse work?
No, O-3 doesn’t allow work. They need their own work visa.
What if I'm denied?
High approve first time. If not, repackaging available for $2,000.
Do I need a job offer?
No! We provide work itinerary. You can find jobs after approval.
Can I get a Green Card later?
Yes! O-1 is common pathway to EB-1A Green Card.
What makes you different from lawyers?
We build evidence AND file. Lawyers only file existing evidence.
Is this really legal?
Yes! Agent petitions are in 8 CFR 214.2(o)(2)(iv)(E).
How do I know which program?
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