How to get a "P-1 Visa" in Las Vegas, Nevada

How to get a “P-1 Visa” in Las Vegas, Nevada

P-1 visas permit internationally recognized foreign athletes, artists and entertainers to come to the U.S. to work at a specific

event,
competition or
performance.

P-1 visas are non-immigrant work visas, and the employer must be a U.S. company or an international company acting through a U.S. agent.

In Las Vegas, P-1 visas are routinely extended to boxers to compete in casino-hosted prize fights like MGM Fight Week and international pop-stars to perform at the Thomas & Mack or other stadiums.

Below our Las Vegas immigration attorneys answer frequently-asked questions about entertainment visas in Nevada.

Also see our article on O-1 visas in Nevada.

Boxer

P-1 visas are meant for world-famous athletes, artists, and entertainers.

1. Am I eligible for a P-1 visa?

In order to qualify for a P-1 visa, the foreigner has to be an internationally recognized sportsman, artist, or performer traveling to the U.S. in order to work for payment or to compete for prize money. There are two classes of P-1 visas:

P-1A visas: Internationally recognized athlete
P-1B visas: Member of an internationally recognized entertainment group

Common evidence of an athlete’s or artist’s international acclaim includes awards, records, world records, ticket sales, social media followings.

Note that P-1B visa-holders (entertainers) are required to perform as a group. Only P-1A visa-holders (athletes) can perform individually.

2. What is the application process for a P-1 visa?

The U.S. employer has to petition United States Citizenship and Services (USCIS) on behalf of the artist or athlete by submitting an I-129 form. This petition should also include a consultation with the appropriate labor organization about the nature of the work the foreigner is expected to do.

3. What is the time frame for getting a P-1 visa?

Two to eight weeks.

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P-1 visas can last up to 5 years, but it can be extended to up to 10 years.

4. When do P-1 visas expire?

P-1 visas last for up to five years, but it can be extended to up to 10 years.

5. What is the fee for a P-1 visa?

$190.

6. Can my spouse and children accompany me on a P-1 visa?

Yes, the P-1 visa-holder’s husband/wife and kids under 21 may accompany them to the U.S. on a P-4 visa. Note that P-4 visa holders cannot work in the U.S, but they can go to school full-time.

7. Can I go to school on a P-1 visa?

Yes, P-1 visa holders may go to school part-time.

8. Can I leave the U.S. on a P-1 visa?

Yes.

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