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What will I need to document my extraordinary achievement for an O-1 Visa application? I work in television.

 

A: Your attorney can help you to decide what will best demonstrate your extraordinary ability, but the USCIS has provided some general guidelines. For the fields of the arts or motion pictures and television, you may provide that you are the winner of an internationally-recognized award, such as an Academy Award or Grammy, or by demonstrating at least three of the following:
• Lead or critical role in highly reputable productions or events
• National or international recognition shown by published material about you or your work
• Record of commercial or critical success
• Recognition of your achievements by recognized experts in the field, such as reputable organizations, critics, or government agencies.
• High salary compared to others in your field