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The "normal" way to do this in the technology industry is via either an H1B or O1 visa. You do not qualify for either one. An H1B typically requires a special
by hapless 8y ago
The "normal" way to do this in the technology industry is via either an H1B or O1 visa. You do not qualify for either one.
An H1B typically requires a specialized degree. You don't have one -- your BFA will not qualify, especially in today's political environment.
An O1 requires you to be world-renowned in your field. Widely published, a long history of invitations to speak, etc. That's not you, either.
That leaves you with the considerably less desirable visa options.
L1 is an intra-company transfer. It is a temporary visa that is not dual-intent -- you cannot immigrate. But you can stay for several years. If you can find a European firm that wants to send you to the United States, this is often the easiest way to experience the U.S., at least temporarily.
F1 is a student visa. If you apply, and are accepted for a graduate program in the United States, an F1 will allow you to stay here for several years, and work under certain circumstances. If your graduate program is relevant to your field of endeavor, internships and externships under your F1 can be the link you need to an H1B.
The reason the F1 is not all that desirable is that it is very, very expensive to be a student in the United States. You will not be permitted to work a real job off campus to fund your tuition. You must have either very extensive funding from your university, or independent means of your own.