Understanding the O-1 visa: A strategic alternative for Indian professionals

O-1 visa demands stricter evidence, ties applicants to a specific employer, and doesn’t allow dependents to work—unlike H-1B.

Ravneit Kaur Brar. / Courtesy Photo

As Indian applicants continue to grapple with long backlogs in employment-based green card categories and the unpredictability of the H-1B lottery, many are turning their attention to the O-1 visa.

Often described as a pathway for individuals with "extraordinary ability," the O-1 visa has emerged as a viable, though challenging, option for those who can document national or international acclaim in their field.

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