O-1: Typically I would think of athletes/entertainers, in the US for competition/show/tour/etc No, athletes and entertainers are covered by the P-* visas: P-1

O-1: Typically I would think of athletes/entertainers, in the US for competition/show/tour/etc No, athletes and entertainers are covered by the P-* visas: P-1A Internationally recognized athletes. P-1B Internationally recognized entertainers or members of internationally recognized entertainment groups. P-2 Individual performer or part of a group entering to perform under a reciprocal exchange program. P-3 Artists or entertainers, either an individual or group, to perform, teach, or coach under a program that is culturally unique.