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E-2, L-1, EB-1C and EB-2 NIW visas
O-1 visa in 1-6 months
EB-2 NIW or EB-1 A in 1-3 years
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For specialized knowledge employees and executives/managers
Self-petition option for work that has national importance
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1 Submit application for pre-meeting review
2 Initial discovery/solution call
3 Become a Visa Franchise client
4 Onboarding call
5 Information gathering and intake forms
6 Strategy call with independent attorney
7 Strengthening criteria for a higher probability of approval
8 Document collection
9 Internal review
10 Prepare USCIS petition with independent attorney
11 Petition approved, denied, or requested for further evidence (RFE)
12 Preparing for consular processing
5 minutes to submit
We'll review your background to determine if you are a good fit for our O-1 visa service. At this stage, our team will analyze your professional history, education, and experience.
Scheduled within 2 business days
After confirming that you meet the criteria for our O-1 visa service, we will schedule a free, 30-minute call to better understand your profile. During this call, we will discuss important aspects of your case, how to strengthen your profile and address any questions you may have.
1–3 days to review agreements before signing
If you are a good fit for our O-1 visa offering, you will need to complete our agreement by e-signature and make the initial payment. You will engage the independent attorney of your choice through a separate agreement in the first month. Our fee must be paid upfront and encompasses the following services: O-1 visa agent/business manager sponsorship, CV review services, document collection, PR agency sourcing and vetting for beneficiary's publications, high-achievement association matching for beneficiaries, and match with vetted O-1 attorneys.
Scheduled within 2-3 business days
The initial phase of your immigration journey begins with a comprehensive onboarding call with our team. During this call, we will provide a detailed walkthrough of the entire process, ensuring you have a clear understanding of each step involved. Our priority is to simplify the process and guide you seamlessly through each phase, ensuring your application is complete and well-prepared.
5-7 business days
After the onboarding call, you will begin collecting required documents, completing intake forms, and submitting them via the secure platform.
7–14 days to meet with, choose attorney and engage services
Our team will collaborate with you to choose the attorney that best matches your specific needs and preferences. During the call, you, our client manager, and the independent attorney will review the strategy to create a winning case!
Ultimately, the independent attorney you choose to work with is your decision. The attorney will then send you a separate agreement for their representation. Within 48 hours, the client manager will send you a welcome kit with customized next steps and a timeline for your case.
0-6 months
This step focuses on strengthening your qualifications to increase the likelihood of meeting the visa requirements. This may involve joining professional associations, publishing articles, or obtaining awards. This stage may be skipped for certain clients, depending on the recommendation and strategy set by the filing attorney after the strategy meeting.
2-3 weeks
We offer extensive support in collecting and scrutinizing all essential documentation for your petition, ensuring a comprehensive and meticulously prepared application process.
Simultaneously, our team will support your chosen immigration attorney in preparing an array of documents, including but not limited to Form I-129, your petition letter, letters of recommendation, and any supporting evidence to strengthen your case.
5-10 business days
Once you complete all contact questionnaires, provide the required personal information and upload all the evidentiary documentation, our team conducts a final review and prepares the package for the filing attorney.
3-5 weeks to complete
VF USA LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Visa Franchise specializing in business management services, will serve as your representative for petition sponsorship. Additionally, we will collaborate closely with your immigration attorney to ensure the meticulous development of your U.S. work/consulting plan. With our expertise and dedication, we aim to streamline the immigration process and support your transition to the United States with confidence and clarity.
Simultaneously, our team will support your chosen immigration attorney in preparing an array of documents, including but not limited to Form I-129 and any documentation demonstrating your extraordinary abilities, among others. After ensuring that all documents are meticulously organized, it will be time to proceed with filing the petition.
2–24 weeks to receive the final decision on the petition
Depending on your case, your petition might be approved in about 6 months. If you decide to file for premium processing ($2,805 fee), USCIS is required to provide a decision within 15 days; however, your chances of receiving an RFE increase. An RFE is not to be confused with a denial or rejection. You will be given a timeframe within which the requested information must be provided.
3-8 weeks to schedule consulate interview
Once the petition is approved, the next step is to prepare for consular processing. This involves gathering all required documentation in preparation for the consular interview, including the visa application, passport, application forms, supporting documents such as proof of sponsorship, financial statements, and any other relevant materials specified by the consulate.
During consular processing, you will attend an interview at the consulate, where the visa officer will review the documentation and determine your eligibility for the visa.
Congratulations! Your O-1 visa has been approved.
This marks the exciting beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities, and we are truly happy for you.
Interested in exploring other solutions? Discover our services for EB-2 NIW, EB-1A, and more, which can enable you to legally reside in the U.S. in less than six months.
It is important to note that, in order to become a Visa Franchise client, you must have an intermediate level of proficiency in English and/or Spanish.
Visa Franchise requires investors to engage an immigration attorney to help them with the process.
Visa Franchise does not offer legal services and should not be regarded as a replacement for professional legal counsel. Visa Franchise operates independently and is not associated with or endorsed by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or any other government entity.
Information communicated through this website does not establish or imply an attorney-client relationship, nor is it intended to solicit the formation of such a relationship or to offer legal services for any specific matter. Additionally, it is not meant to provide or substitute for legal advice from a qualified attorney.