USCIS Policy Alert on O-1 Nonimmigrant Status for Persons of Extraordinary Ability or Achievement

USCIS updated policy guidance, effective immediately, on qualifying for O-1 nonimmigrant status, especially for persons in STEM fields. The policy clarifies evaluation of prospective work, O-1A criteria, examples of evidence for supporting a petitioner in the STEM field, and more.

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Cite as AILA Doc. No. 22012105.

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