USCIS Issues New Guidance on O-1 Eligibility Criteria for Individuals with Extraordinary Ability

USCIS issued new guidance clarifying how it evaluates evidence to determine O-1 eligibility. The guidance: explains that a separate legal entity owned by the beneficiary can file the petition with USCIS; provides guidance regarding evidentiary criteria; adds examples of evidence that may be submitted by an interested US government agency; provides an example of occupational change within a technological field; and clarifies the circumstances under which USCIS limits an extension of stay to one year.

More details can be found here on USCIS’ alert page.