Sasha Nionova | Tennis
As a professional tennis player competing internationally, I needed a team that could present my career achievements. They highlighted my tournament results and rankings, ensuring my P-1A visa application stood out.
Cadence Brace | Tennis
Cadence Brace is a talented Canadian tennis player who has made significant strides in tennis. Brace has competed in various ITF events and WTA tournaments, proving her exceptional talent on a global stage.
Rocco Vassallo | Boxer
I’m grateful to Gill Law Firm for their support in helping me secure my P-1A visa for boxers. They truly understood my journey as an undefeated boxer, and presented my career in the best possible way. I’m now ready to take on new challenges in the U.S.
Type of Athlete Visas You Can Apply
What is the Difference Between P and O visa?
P-1 Visa for Athletes
Eligibility: Must be internationally recognized in their sport.
Aplicable: Available for individual athletes and teams.
Visa Duration: Up to 5 years for individuals (extendable to 10 years).
Employer: Must compete only for the petitioning employer or team.
Green Card Path: Direct Green Card applications may be difficult.
O-1 Visa for Top Athletes
Eligibility: Must be among the top of athletes in his/her discipline.
Aplicable: Primarily for individual athletes (teams do not qualify).
Visa Duration: Initially granted for up to 3 years, with 1-year extensions.
Employer: Multiple employers are allowed if a U.S. agent files the petition.
Green Card Path: Makes it easier to transition to an EB-1A Green Card.
What Documentation do you Need for an Athlete Visa?
Form I-129 (Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker)
Form I-797 (Approval Notice)
DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application Form)
Written contract between you and the employer or agent
Passport
Visa Appointment Confirmation
Receipt of Visa Fee Payment
Itinerary with event dates and locations
What are the Requirements for an Athlete Visa?
Global Recognition
The athlete must have achieved a significant level of recognition in their sport on a national or international scale.
Sustained Acclaim
Demonstrate athlete's recognition and achievements are not fleeting but are consistent and ongoing.
Written Consultation
A written consultation from an organization or peer group confirming the athlete's experience and recognition in their field.
Itinerary & Event Details
Detailed itinerary and supporting documentation to show the applicant’s planned activities in the U.S.
Contracts or Invitations
Proof of a contract with a U.S. sports league, team, or organization, or an invitation to participate in a significant competition or event.
Essential Support Personnel
If applicable, documentation that supports personnel are an integral part of the athlete's performance and cannot be easily replaced.
Type of Athletes We Serve
E-sports professionals
Serving esports athletes, influencers, business professionals, and more.
NFL Players
Providing comprehensive visa services for players aiming to join the NFL.
Soccer/Football Player
Give access to opportunities with MLS, USL, and other professional soccer leagues in the U.S.
Tennis Players
Assisting in securing visas for U.S. tournaments, professional circuits, and training programs.
Boxers
We’ve helped world-famous fighters like Canelo Alvarez, Tyson Fury, Cecilia Braekhus, Rocco Vasallo, Carl Frampton, Meena Kumari, and top boxing managers, promotions, and facilities.
Professional fighters
Serving BJJ athletes, mixed martial artists, traditional martial artists, and other combat sports athletes like Akhmed Akhriev.
Cricket Players
Addressing the needs of Cricket players and managers to compete in the evolving U.S. market, with leagues like Major League Cricket, and U.S. T10, like Adithya Ganesan.
Olympic Athletes
Assisting olympic athletes in sports like running, gymnastics, swimming, and weightlifting, like Maya Bruney.
Basketball Players
Helping players transition from high school to college to professional levels, like NBA G League, and NBA developmental programs.
Extreme sports athletes
Serving extreme sports athletes like skaters, BMX bikers, skiers, and more.
Motorsports
Serving motor sports and racing pros like drivers, managers, pit crew, engineers, mechanics, designers, etc.
Rodeo Sports
We serve horse stables, racing events, jockeys, and other individuals who compete in rodeo or equestrian events.
