Recognition and the competition both matter
For the internationally recognized individual athlete route, I assess the athlete’s international recognition and whether the planned competitions meet the required level. Other P-1A routes, including certain professional and team contexts, have their own requirements.
Start with your actual activities
Competing, teaching regular classes, and operating a gym involve different activities. Tell me what you actually plan to do so I can assess the appropriate classification and scope of work.
START WITH WHAT YOU HAVE
Your preparation checklist
- Official results, rankings, and independent recognition.
- Competition invitations, event information, and proposed dates.
- Details of the proposed U.S. petitioner and any contracts.
This is a starting point for our conversation, not a list of every legal requirement. You do not need to upload documents to get in touch.
Official resources
General information, not individual legal advice. Eligibility depends on your circumstances. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.