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Even O-1 seems like it could be a good possibility (I wrote a reference letter for a colleague seeking the O-1 via a few years ago, and I only had to describe h
by bonzini 7y ago
Even O-1 seems like it could be a good possibility (I wrote a reference letter for a colleague seeking the O-1 via a few years ago, and I only had to describe his work as open source project lead).
- winter_blue 7y agoYou mean EB-1. The O-1 is a temporary visa. Approvals of EB-1 are unfortunately highly subjective. It's like winning a lottery (based on who looks at your application).
- bonzini 7y agoO-1 is extensible, isn't it? You can get it first instead of H-1B, and then apply for a green card once you move to the US.
- winter_blue 7y agoYes, it can be extended any number of times. But each and every O-1 approval is also highly subjective and discretionary. The standard is somewhat lower than EB-1. While EB-1 requires what Congress calls "extraordinary ability", the O-1 requires "exceptional ability". Again, the way things work is that whichever officer looks at the case, subjectively decides if it qualifies (in his/her opinion). Nothing like the highly-objective points-based skilled immigration system you have in some countries.