0-1 & EB-1 Visas
The Creators Guild of America (CGA) is proud to support extraordinary talent in the creative arts by providing letters of endorsement for O-1 and EB-1 visa applications. Our process is designed to highlight your achievements and showcase your contributions to the global creative economy.
To get started, please take the following steps:
1) Provide payment:
Non-Members: $600 click here to provide payment
CGA-Members: $300 click here to provide payment
2) Fill out the form: Click on the link provided to provide your or your client's information, click here to fill out the form.
3) Review Letter: Once submitted, our team will review your information and email you the letter within 14 business days.
Frequently asked questions:
1. What is an O-1 visa for creators and influencers?
The O-1 visa is a US work visa for individuals with extraordinary ability in fields such as digital media, entertainment, content creation, film, television, fashion, and emerging media. Creators qualify by demonstrating sustained national or international recognition, professional credits, press, awards, and industry impact.
2. What is an EB-1 visa and how is it different from an O-1?
The EB-1 is a permanent residency green card category for individuals with extraordinary ability. Unlike the O-1, the EB-1 does not require employer sponsorship and has a higher evidentiary standard. Many creators first obtain an O-1 visa and later transition to an EB-1.
3. What are letters of extraordinary ability or expert opinion letters?
Letters of extraordinary ability are expert statements written by recognized industry authorities confirming that a creator meets USCIS standards for distinction, recognition, and professional standing. These letters are a critical component of O-1 and EB-1 visa petitions.
4. Who provides these letters through the Creators Guild of America?
The Creators Guild of America provides independent expert opinion letters issued by industry-recognized professionals, executives, and advisors with verifiable authority in media, entertainment, technology, and the creator economy.
5. Are CGA letters accepted by the USCIS and immigration attorneys?
Yes. CGA letters are structured specifically to support USCIS adjudication standards and are routinely used by immigration attorneys as supporting evidence in O-1 and EB-1 petitions. Final approval decisions are always made by USCIS.
6. What types of creators qualify for O-1 and EB-1 support?
Eligible creators include influencers, YouTubers, filmmakers, photographers, writers, producers, digital artists, fashion creators, podcasters, esports talent, and founders whose work demonstrates professional recognition, distribution, monetization, and cultural or commercial impact.
7. Does the CGA replace an immigration attorney?
No. CGA does not provide legal representation or file petitions. We support creators and attorneys by supplying independent expert opinion letters and industry documentation that strengthen visa applications.
8. How does the CGA evaluate extraordinary ability?
We review professional credits, audience reach, brand partnerships, press coverage, revenue history, leadership roles, awards, speaking engagements, and measurable industry influence. Evaluations align with USCIS O-1 and EB-1 criteria.
9. How long does it take to receive an expert opinion letter?
Most letters are issued within a defined review window once documentation is complete. Timing depends on complexity, field of work, and verification requirements. Our current demand requires up to 14 days, but we also offer a rush processing option.
10. Why do attorneys and creators choose the CGA?
CGA operates as recognized creator industry infrastructure. Our focus on verification, professional credits, and standardized evaluation makes our letters credible, consistent, and aligned with how modern creators build careers across media, technology, and global platforms.
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Footnotes
Our eligibility requirements are thoughtfully crafted by a diverse committee of creative professionals from all backgrounds, ensuring inclusivity and representation across the industry.
We proudly support members from all cultures, ethnicities, and backgrounds. As a Guild, we stand with the LGBTQ+ community and are committed to fostering an environment of equality and acceptance for all.
As a non-profit organization, the dues paid by our members are reinvested into the Guild to fund events, legal costs, and continuous improvements, making sure to look after our volunteers and ensuring a vibrant future for all creators.
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