O-1 Ready Filing: Already Qualified? File Your Petition
Agent-based O-1 petition for professionals with documented extraordinary ability
✓ 94% approval rate
✓ Filed within 30 days
✓ Multiple employer flexibility
✓ Work for unlimited companies
✓ Start your own business
Is O-1 Ready Filing Right for You?
This service is for professionals who already have strong O-1 evidence documented and are ready to file immediately. You've built your reputation through awards, publications, media coverage, or significant achievements—now you need the petition filed with an agent-based structure that provides career flexibility.
You're Ready to File If:
You Have 3+ of These 8 Criteria Documented:
✓ Awards & Recognition National or international awards in your field, prizes for excellence, recognition from industry organizations.
✓ Published Work
Articles in peer-reviewed journals, major publications, industry magazines, technical blogs with significant readership.
✓ Media Coverage Featured in Forbes, TechCrunch, BBC, major industry outlets, podcasts, or significant press coverage about your work.
✓ Judge or Expert Role Invited to judge others' work, review grant proposals, evaluate peer contributions, serve on expert panels.
✓ High Salary Compensation well above industry average, documented through contracts, tax records, or employment agreements.
✓ Membership in Elite Organizations Selective professional associations requiring outstanding achievement for membership.
✓ Original Contributions Patents, significant open-source projects, research with industry impact, innovative solutions, unique methodologies.
✓ Critical Role Lead positions at recognized companies, essential work on major projects, documented importance to organization's success.
You Want Agent-Based Structure
You don't want to be tied to one employer. You want the freedom to:
✓ Work for multiple companies simultaneously
✓ Accept consulting and freelance opportunities
✓ Start your own business while on O-1
✓ Switch employers without refiling your visa
✓ Control your career rather than having a company control your visa
You're Ready to File Now
You have your evidence compiled, you're prepared to provide documentation, and you want to move forward with filing within the next 30 days.
Not Sure If You Qualify?
Take our assessment (CTA button) and we'll evaluate your evidence against all 8 criteria within 48 hours.
Need More Evidence First?
If you have 0-2 criteria currently, visit our partner brands to systematically build O-1 qualification:
✓ Innovative Automations (Tech professionals)
✓ Pentos Partners (Premium service)
✓ Aventus Visa Agents (Flexibility focus)
Investment & Payment Options
Base O-1 Filing Package
Upfront Payment: $10,000 Pay in full before filing begins. Save $2,000 compared to payment plan.
Payment Plan: $12,000
Minimum $2,000/month installments. Must be paid in full before petition is filed with USCIS.
Example: $12,000 = 6 monthly payments of $2,000, then we file your petition.
What's Included in Every O-1 Filing:
Agent-based Visa petition and the procurement of world class Visa work on the Petition
✓ Complete petition preparation (50-150 pages of evidence and legal argument)
✓ Form I-129 with all supporting exhibits
✓ Detailed petition letter (30-50 pages)
✓ Evidence compilation organized by USCIS criterion
✓ Agent-petitioner service (IGTA as your official agent)
✓ Work itinerary creation and documentation
✓ Attorney coordination and legal review
✓ Expert opinion letter procurement assistance
✓ Recommendation letter coordination
✓ One RFE response included
✓ Regular processing (4-6 months USCIS decision)
✓ Dedicated case manager
✓ Direct communication throughout process
Add-On Services (Optional):
O-2 Dependent Visa - $3,000 For essential support personnel accompanying you (assistants, critical team members). Includes: Complete O-2 petition preparation, evidence of essential relationship, coordinated filing.
O-3 Dependent Visa - $1,000 per family member For spouse and children under 21. Includes: Family relationship documentation, dependent status petition, coordinated filing.
Consular Processing - $1,000 For beneficiaries outside the US who need visa stamps. Includes: DS-160 form assistance, consular interview preparation, visa stamp guidance, appointment coordination.
Premium Processing - $2,805 USCIS mandatory fee for 15-day decision (paid directly to USCIS). Includes: Expedited petition preparation, priority case management, 15-day USCIS response guarantee.
Refile/Repackaging Service:
✓ Basic Refile - $500 (minor changes, updated evidence)
✓ Full Repackaging - $1,000 (substantial changes, comprehensive refile strategy) Includes: One additional RFE response, petition review and updates.
Total Investment Examples:
O-1 Only (Upfront):
IGTA Service Fee: $10,000
USCIS Filing Fee: $1,055 (paid directly to USCIS)
Total: $11,055
O-1 Only (Payment Plan):
IGTA Service Fee: $12,000
USCIS Filing Fee: $1,055 (paid directly to USCIS)
Total: $13,055
O-1 with Premium Processing (Upfront):
IGTA Service Fee: $10,000
USCIS Filing Fee: $1,055
Premium Processing: $2,805 (paid directly to USCIS)
Total: $13,860
O-1 with Family (Spouse + 2 Children):
IGTA Service Fee: $10,000
O-3 for spouse: $1,000
O-3 for child 1: $1,000
O-3 for child 2: $1,000
USCIS Filing Fees: $1,055 per petition
Total: $16,165 (IGTA) + USCIS fees
IMPORTANT NOTE: USCIS filing fees are paid separately by client directly to USCIS. Current USCIS fees: $1,055 for Form I-129. These government fees are in addition to IGTA's professional service fees.
World-Class Petition Preparation
Complete Petition Package
Form I-129 - Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker Complete preparation of primary petition form with all required fields, supporting documentation, and O classification supplement.
Comprehensive Petition Letter (30-50 Pages) Strategic legal argument presenting your case for extraordinary ability. Our petition letters synthesize your evidence into compelling narratives that demonstrate you meet or exceed USCIS standards.
Evidence Exhibits Organized by Criterion All supporting documents compiled into professional exhibits with clear indexing:
Exhibit A:
Awards and Recognition
Exhibit B:
Published Work
Exhibit C:
Media Coverage
Exhibit D:
Judge/Expert Role
Exhibit E:
High Salary
Exhibit F:
Memberships
Exhibit G:
Original Contributions
Exhibit H:
Critical Role
Expert Opinion Letters We coordinate procurement of expert opinion letters from recognized authorities in your field who can attest to your extraordinary ability and the significance of your contributions.
Recommendation Letters
Coordination with colleagues, managers, clients, or industry leaders to secure strong recommendation letters that support your O-1 case.
Work Itinerary Documentation Detailed description of your planned work activities in the US, project timelines, and deliverables. This demonstrates to USCIS what you'll be doing during your O-1 validity period.
Agent-Petitioner Relationship Documentation Complete documentation of IGTA's role as your agent-petitioner, including our authority to file on your behalf and manage your work itinerary.
Agent-Petitioner Service - Career Freedom
IGTA serves as your official petitioner with USCIS, which provides career advantages impossible with employer-sponsored petitions:
Work for Multiple Employers Simultaneously Accept projects from multiple companies at once. Consult for Company A while contracting with Company B and advising Company C—all under one visa.
No Refiling When You Switch Jobs Change employers as often as you want without notifying USCIS or filing new petitions. Your agent relationship with IGTA continues regardless of your specific employers.
Start Your Own Business Be the founder and CEO of a US company while on O-1. Launch startups, build consulting practices, or create multiple business ventures.
Consulting and Freelancing Fully Permitted
Take on 1099 contractor work, freelance through platforms like Upwork, or build your own client base—all allowed under agent-based structure.
3-Year Validity, Renewable Unlimited Times Your initial O-1 is valid for 3 years and can be renewed in 3-year increments indefinitely, as long as you continue working in your field of extraordinary ability.
Professional Support Throughout
Dedicated Case Manager A specific IGTA specialist is assigned to your case from start to approval. You'll have direct contact and regular updates.
Attorney Coordination We work with immigration attorneys to ensure your petition meets all legal requirements and USCIS standards.
RFE Response (One Included) If USCIS issues a Request for Evidence, we prepare and submit the response at no additional cost. Our proactive approach minimizes RFE likelihood.
USCIS Communication Handling All correspondence with USCIS goes through us. We monitor your case, track receipt notices, and keep you informed of all developments.
Status Updates Regular communication throughout the petition preparation and USCIS processing period. You'll always know exactly where your case stands.
Why Agent-Based O-1 Beats Employer-Sponsored
The Agent-Based Advantage
Traditional O-1 petitions filed by a single employer create the same restrictions as H-1B: you're tied to that one company, can't switch jobs without refiling, and cannot start your own business. Agent-based O-1 petitions eliminate these restrictions entirely.
Comparison Table:
EMPLOYER-SPONSORED O-1
✗ Tied to one employer
✗ New petition required to switch jobs
✗ No business ownership allowed
✗ No consulting/freelancing
✗ Employer controls visa
✗ Limited work itinerary
✗ Job changes require months of processing
✗ Entrepreneurship impossible
IGTA AGENT-BASED O-1
✓ Work for unlimited employers
✓ Switch freely without refiling
✓ Start and own businesses
✓ Full consulting and freelance rights
✓ You control your career
✓ Flexible itinerary accommodates new opportunities
✓ Accept new positions immediately
✓ Launch startups while on visa
Real-World Scenarios:
Scenario 1: You Get Multiple Job Offers
Employer-Sponsored: You must choose one company and hope they'll sponsor you. If that job doesn't work out, you need to find another willing sponsor and file a new petition.
Agent-Based with IGTA: Accept offers from all companies and work for whichever combination makes sense. Consulting for Company A three days a week while contracting with Company B two days a week? No problem.
Scenario 2: You Want to Start a Company
Employer-Sponsored: Impossible. You cannot be founder or own equity in a US company while on employer-sponsored O-1.
Agent-Based with IGTA: Launch your startup, serve as CEO, and work on building your company—all legal under your O-1 status.
Scenario 3: Consulting Opportunity Arises
Employer-Sponsored: You cannot take consulting work outside your sponsoring employer without jeopardizing your visa status.
Agent-Based with IGTA: Accept all consulting opportunities that interest you. They're covered under your work itinerary.
Legal Basis:
Agent-based O-1 petitions are explicitly permitted under 8 CFR 214.2(o)(2)(iv)(E). USCIS has approved agent-based petitions for decades, particularly in entertainment, sports, and increasingly in technology and business fields.
Our 94% approval rate demonstrates that agent-based petitions are well-established and accepted by USCIS when properly prepared.
From Assessment to Approval
Step 1: Eligibility Assessment
What Happens:
✓ You submit your evidence portfolio (resume, publications, awards, media, etc.)
✓ Our specialists evaluate against all 8 O-1 criteria
✓ We identify strengths and any potential gaps
✓ You receive detailed assessment report within 48 hours
Decision Point:
✓ Ready to file → We proceed to Step 2
✓ Need more evidence → We refer you to appropriate partner brand for evidence building
What You Provide:
✓ Current resume/CV
✓ Documentation of awards and recognition
✓ Published articles or research
✓ Media coverage of your work
✓ Evidence of judge/expert roles
✓ Salary documentation
✓ Membership credentials
✓ Patents or original contributions
✓ Proof of critical roles
Step 2: Petition Preparation
What Happens:
✓ Case manager assigned to your file
✓ Payment plan established (if using payment plan option)
✓ Evidence compilation begins
✓ Petition letter drafting
✓ Form I-129 completion
✓ Work itinerary creation
✓ Expert opinion letters procured
✓ Recommendation letters coordinated
✓ Attorney review
✓ Final petition assembly
Your Role:
✓ Provide any missing documentation we identify
✓ Review petition content and approve
✓ Sign necessary forms
✓ Respond to questions from case manager
Our Role:
✓ Handle all preparation work
✓ Coordinate with attorneys
✓ Organize evidence professionally
✓ Write compelling petition letter
✓ Ensure USCIS compliance
Timeline: Petition preparation takes approximately 2-3 weeks once all documentation is provided.
Step 3: Filing with USCIS
What Happens:
✓ Final review with you
✓ All signatures obtained
✓ Payment to IGTA must be complete (payment plan or upfront)
✓ Complete petition package mailed to USCIS
✓ Receipt notice tracking
✓ Case monitoring begins
What You Receive:
✓ Copy of filed petition for your records
✓ USCIS receipt notice (arrives 2-4 weeks post-filing)
✓ Case tracking number
✓ Direct contact information for case manager
USCIS Processing Options:
Regular Processing:
✓ USCIS decision in 4-6 months
✓ Standard government processing timeline
✓ No additional fee
Premium Processing:
✓ USCIS must respond within 15 calendar days
✓ Approve, deny, or issue RFE within this window
✓ Additional $2,805 fee (paid directly to USCIS)
✓ Best for time-sensitive situations
Step 4: Approval & Activation
What Happens:
✓ USCIS reviews your petition
✓ If RFE issued: We prepare and submit response
✓ Approval notice (Form I-797) issued by USCIS
✓ Case manager coordinates next steps with you
If You're Already in the US:
✓ Change of status approved
✓ Begin working immediately on approval date
✓ No visa stamp needed
If You're Outside the US:
✓ Consular processing required
✓ Apply for O-1 visa stamp at US consulate
✓ DS-160 form completion
✓ Consular interview
✓ Visa stamp issued
✓ Enter US and begin work
Your Agent Relationship: IGTA remains your agent-petitioner for the full 3-year validity of your O-1 and through all renewals. We coordinate with your employers, manage your work itinerary, and handle any USCIS inquiries.
The 8 O-1 Criteria Explained
To qualify for O-1A visa in sciences, business, education, or athletics, you must demonstrate extraordinary ability by providing evidence of at least 3 of the following 8 criteria:
Criterion 1: Awards & Recognition
What USCIS Looks For: National or international awards, prizes, or recognition for excellence in your field.
Examples:
✓ Industry awards (Best AI Research Award, Innovation Prize)
✓ Competition wins (Hackathon first place, Data science competition)
✓ Academic honors (Fellowships, research grants)
✓ Professional recognition (40 Under 40, Rising Stars)
How We Help: Document all awards with certificates, announcements, media coverage of wins, and context showing national/international significance.
Criterion 2: Membership in Elite Organizations
What USCIS Looks For: Memberships in associations that require outstanding achievement as judged by recognized experts.
Examples:
✓ Professional societies with selective admission
✓ Invitation-only organizations
✓ Industry groups requiring peer nomination
✓ Academic societies based on achievement
How We Help: Present membership credentials with evidence of selective admission criteria, peer review requirements, and prestige of organization.
Criterion 3: Published Material About You
What USCIS Looks For: Media coverage in professional or major trade publications, newspapers, or significant media about you and your work.
Examples:
✓ Forbes, TechCrunch, BBC, CNN features
✓ Industry publication profiles
✓ Podcast interviews with significant reach
✓ Trade journal articles about your work
How We Help: Compile all media mentions with circulation/reach data, journalist credentials, and publication prestige documentation.
Criterion 4: Judge of Others' Work
What USCIS Looks For: Evidence you've been asked to judge the work of others in your field, either individually or on a panel.
Examples:
✓ Peer review for academic journals
✓ Grant proposal reviewer
✓ Competition judge
✓ Conference paper reviewer
✓ Technical interview panel for companies
How We Help: Document all judging activities with invitations, reviewer credentials, scope of work, and significance of what you evaluated.
Criterion 5: Original Contributions
What USCIS Looks For: Original contributions of major significance to your field.
Examples:
✓ Patents with implementation
✓ Significant open-source projects
✓ Research with industry adoption
✓ Innovative methodologies used by others
✓ Unique technical solutions
How We Help: Present contributions with evidence of adoption, citations, commercial use, or industry impact.
Criterion 6: Scholarly Articles
What USCIS Looks For: Authorship of scholarly articles in professional journals or major media.
Examples:
✓ Peer-reviewed journal publications
✓ Conference papers
✓ Technical articles in industry publications
✓ Thought leadership in major outlets
✓ Research papers with citations
How We Help: Compile publication list with journal impact factors, citation counts, co-author credentials, and publication prestige.
Criterion 7: Critical Role
What USCIS Looks For: Critical or essential role for organizations with distinguished reputations.
Examples:
✓ Lead engineer at major tech company
✓ Key researcher on important projects
✓ Critical role in startup success
✓ Essential team member for Fortune 500 projects
How We Help: Document your role with organizational credentials, project significance, your specific contributions, and evidence you were essential to success.
Criterion 8: High Salary
What USCIS Looks For: Compensation significantly above average for your field and geography.
Examples:
✓ Salary in top percentile for your role
✓ Total compensation including equity
✓ Consulting rates exceeding norms
✓ Contract values demonstrating high demand
How We Help: Present salary data with industry benchmarks, geographic comparisons, and evidence of above-average compensation.
You're Ready to File If You Have 3+ Criteria
USCIS requires evidence of at least 3 of these 8 criteria. The stronger your evidence across multiple criteria, the more compelling your case.
Not Sure Where You Stand?
Take our free assessment and we'll evaluate your current evidence within 48 hours.
If Your Case Receives an RFE or Denial
RFE Response (Included)
What's an RFE? Request for Evidence means USCIS wants additional documentation before making a decision. This is not a denial—it's an opportunity to strengthen your case.
What We Do:
Analyze RFE to understand exactly what USCIS needs
Gather additional evidence to address concerns
Prepare comprehensive response
Submit within required timeframe
One RFE response included in all O-1 packages
Common RFE Reasons:
Need stronger evidence for specific criterion
Want more information about agent-petitioner relationship
Require additional work itinerary details
Seeking expert opinions on your contributions
Our 94% approval rate means most petitions succeed on first submission. However, if USCIS issues a Request for Evidence or denial, you have options:
If Denied (Rare)
Basic Refile - $500
For cases where denial was due to minor issues easily corrected:
Updated evidence additions
Revised petition letter addressing USCIS concerns
Form corrections or clarifications
Quick turnaround refiling
Full Repackaging - $1,000
For cases requiring substantial rework:
Complete petition review and analysis
Identification of weak points
Strategic strengthening of evidence
New expert opinions if needed
Comprehensive refiling with improved case presentation
Includes one additional RFE response
Alternative: Build More Evidence
If assessment shows you need stronger evidence across criteria:
Discounted Access to Partner Programs
Innovative Automations:
Tech evidence building
Pentos Partners:
Premium evidence development
Aventus Visa Agents:
Flexibility-focused program
Build additional evidence over 3-6 months, then refile with IGTA using strengthened case.
Prior filing fees can be credited toward partner program enrollment.
Our Commitment:
We don't file weak cases. Our vetting process ensures we only move forward with petitions we believe will succeed. But if something unexpected happens, we work with you until you're approved.
Proven Results Across Industries and Nations
500+ Successful Filings We've filed and secured approval for over 500 O-1 and P-1 visas across technology, business, sciences, athletics, and entertainment.
94% Approval Rate Our comprehensive petition preparation and strategic evidence presentation result in a 94% approval rate—significantly higher than industry averages.
50+ Countries Represented We've worked with professionals and athletes from every continent, understanding the unique challenges of international talent mobility.
20+ Industries Served From artificial intelligence to Olympic athletics, from game development to professional soccer, we have deep expertise across diverse fields.
Zero Visa Refiling for Career Changes Because we use agent-based structure, our clients never need to refile their visa when switching employers or teams—saving thousands in legal fees and months of processing time.
Trusted By Leading Organizations
IGTA provides agent-based petition services for world-class athletes, entertainers, and professionals across all industries.
Common Questions About Filing with IGTA
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O-1 is for individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics (top 1% in your field). P-1 is for athletes and entertainment groups with international recognition competing at a major level.
For athletes: If you're at Olympic/elite level, O-1 may be appropriate. If you're competing professionally internationally, P-1 is typically the path.
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No immigration service can legally guarantee USCIS approval—that decision rests solely with USCIS. However, our 94% approval rate reflects our thorough vetting process. We only file cases we believe will be approved, and we include one RFE response in every package to address any USCIS concerns.
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USCIS charges filing fees that go directly to the government, separate from professional service fees. Current USCIS fees:
Form I-129: $1,055 (required)
Premium Processing: $2,805 (optional, for 15-day decision)
These fees are paid by you directly to USCIS and are in addition to IGTA's service fees.
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Yes. Because IGTA serves as your agent-petitioner and creates your work itinerary, you can work for multiple employers, start businesses, consult, and freelance—all under one visa. This is the core advantage of agent-based petitions over employer-sponsored visas.
For athletes: You can compete for multiple teams, participate in tournaments, attend training camps, and pursue endorsement deals without any visa restrictions.
Ready to File Your Visa?
Join 500+ professionals and athletes who chose IGTA for their O-1 or P-1 petition. Whether you're a tech innovator, business leader, Olympic athlete, or entertainment professional—we file visas that give you career freedom.
✓ 94% approval rate
✓ 500+ successful filings
✓ Agent-based structure
✓ Multiple employer freedom
✓ World-class petition preparation