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O-1A Visa Immigration Legal Services

A visa awarded for your accomplishments. Not by a lottery or by one company.

A visa awarded for your accomplishments. Not by a lottery or by one company.

A visa awarded for your accomplishments. Not by a lottery or by one company.

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Visa approval or 100% refund available*

Visa approval or 100% refund available*

*Only available for select plans

Reviewed by Former USCIS Officers

Reviewed by Former USCIS Officers

100,000+ cases filed by our attorneys

100,000+ cases filed by our attorneys

*Only available for select plans

*Only available for select plans

91.2%

of O-1 petitions approved through Q2 of fiscal year 2026*

Manifest Law’s analysis of the latest USCIS data appears to show that
roughly 91.2% of O-1 petitions were approved through the second quarter
of fiscal year 2026.

Manifest Law’s analysis of the latest USCIS data appears to show that roughly 91.2% of O-1
petitions were approved through the second
quarter of fiscal year 2026.

Manifest Law’s analysis of the latest USCIS data appears to show that roughly 91.2% of O-1 petitions were approved through the second quarter of fiscal year 2026.

A high approval rate does not mean approval is automatic. These cases
are still reviewed closely, and the outcome depends on the strength of
your evidence and how well your file is built.

A high approval rate does not mean approval is automatic. These cases are still reviewed closely, and the outcome depends on the strength of
your evidence and how well your file is built.

A high approval rate does not mean approval is automatic. These cases are still reviewed closely, and the outcome depends on the strength of your evidence and how well your file is built.

What is an O-1A visa?

What is an O-1A visa?

Visa type

A temporary work visa, not a green card

Sponsorship

An employer or a U.S. agent

Duration

Up to 3 years, renewable with no limit

Family

Spouse and children under 21 on O-3

O-1A eligibility criteria

O-1A eligibility criteria

Publications, Articles, Awards

Media coverage, scholarly or industry publishing, and recognized awards for excellence.

Judging, Reviewing, Exclusive Memberships

Judging or peer reviewing others’ work, plus membership in selective associations.

High Salary,
Critical Role

Pay above your field’s norm, or a critical role at a distinguished organization.

You don’t need to be famous to qualify

The real question isn’t “Am I extraordinary enough?”
It’s “Which of the things I’ve already done give me the leverage to take control?”

Publications,
Articles, Awards

Media coverage, scholarly or industry
publishing, and recognized awards
for excellence.

Judging, Reviewing, Exclusive Memberships

Judging or peer reviewing others’ work, plus membership in selective associations.

High Salary,
Critical Role

Pay above your field’s norm, or a critical role at a distinguished organization.

You don’t need to be famous to qualify

The real question isn’t “Am I extraordinary enough?”
It’s “Which of the things I’ve already done give me the leverage to take control?”

Ben needed to move across the Atlantic. Manifest built his O-1A petition against the clock

Ben needed to move across the Atlantic. Manifest built his O-1A petition against the clock

Ben needed to move across the Atlantic.
Manifest built his O-1A petition against the clock

“I handed them a lot of information…they were
able to take all of that, understand it, and output
a thousand page document in the space and time
that they did. I honestly have no idea how they
did. I can’t say anything but immense praise
and gratitude.”

“I handed them a lot of information…they were able to take all of that, understand it, and output a thousand page document in the space and time
that they did. I honestly have no idea
how they did. I can’t say anything but immense praise and gratitude.”

“I handed them a lot of information…they were
able to take all of that, understand it, and output
a thousand page document
in the space and time
that they did. I honestly have
no idea how they did. I can’t
say anything but immense
praise and gratitude.”

Ben Carey | United Kingdom | Music Technology

Ben Carey | United Kingdom
Music Technology

Approved O-1A Visa

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The exact steps for getting your O-1A

The exact steps for
getting your O-1A

01

Manifest Quiz & Attorney Consult

1–3 days

Start with our free quiz. If you’re
eligible, we’ll book your free consult
so you can get personalized guidance.

02

Evidence Collection

3–6 weeks

You’ll get a personalized checklist
and secure portal access, then upload materials that showcase your achievements with your attorney’s guidance.

You’ll get a personalized checklist
and secure portal access, then upload
materials that showcase your achievements
with your attorney’s guidance.

03

Petition Drafting & Review

4–6 weeks

Your attorney drafts the full petition
letters, personal statement, and cover
memo then a second attorney or former USCIS officer reviews it.

Your attorney drafts the full petition
letters, personal statement, and cover
memo then a second attorney or former
USCIS officer reviews it.

Your attorney drafts the full petition
letters, personal statement, and cover memo
then a second attorney or former USCIS
officer reviews it.

04

Petition Decision

15 business days–2 months+

We file with USCIS. Processing times
depend on USCIS, but premium processing can guarantee a decision within 15
business days.

We file with USCIS. Processing times
depend on USCIS, but premium processing
can guarantee a decision within 15
business days.

*Disclaimer: Working with an evidence development coach does not guarantee approval of your case.

Founded by immigrants to address our shared frustrations

Founded by immigrants
to address our shared frustrations

Founded by immigrants to address
our shared frustrations

Only the Top 1% of Attorney Applicants Are Selected

Every Manifest attorney goes through a selective, multi-stage hiring process. When you engage us for an appeal, you’re getting an attorney who was chosen for how they think and how they write — not just who was available.

Real-Time Intelligence, Always Up-to-Date

Real-Time Intelligence, Always
Up-to-Date

We closely monitor trends in approvals and denials to stay ahead of evolving USCIS expectations. Our attorneys receive ongoing training based on the latest adjudication patterns, and we work with experienced advisors to refine our strategies in real time.

Seamless communication, fast response times

Track your case preparation progress and receive real-time notifications and updates from your legal team via the Manifest portal. We closely monitor trends in approvals and denials to stay ahead of evolving USCIS expectations.

Multi-layer reviews with former USCIS advisors

Every case goes through a structured, multi-level review process by experienced immigration professionals. On select plans, petitions can be reviewed by former USCIS officers to pressure-test the petition before it’s filed.

Pricing that’s fair and crystal-clear

Pricing that’s fair
and crystal-clear

Silver

$6,999

Your experienced attorney files your case, with clear communication and transparency every step of the way.

What’s included:

O-1 filing

Live case tracking

2-chair legal review

Guaranteed timelines personalized to your case*

Gold

$8,500

Looking for more peace of mind? Get a 60% money back guarantee*.

What’s included:

O-1 filing

Live case tracking

2-chair legal review

Guaranteed timelines personalized to your case*

Key Advantage:

60% refund or free refile*

Platinum

$10,500

Our most comprehensive plan: Thorough review by an Former USCIS officer and an 100% money back guarantee*.

What’s included:

O-1 filing

Live case tracking

2-chair legal review

Guaranteed timelines personalized to your case*

Key Advantage:

Free refile + up to 100% refund*

Reviewed by former USCIS officer

Diamond

$12,500

For eligible clients. Everything in one plan — including all RFEs and NOIDs.

What’s included:

O-1 filing

All RFE / NOIDs included

Live case tracking

2-chair legal review

Guaranteed timelines personalized to your case*

Key Advantage:

Free refile + up to 100% refund*

Reviewed by former USCIS officer

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Our clients love us because we genuinely want to help

Our clients love us because we genuinely want to help

Our clients love us because
we genuinely want to help

B

Ben Carey

6 reviews · 5 photos

2 months ago

I had an excellent experience working with Manifest Law on my O-1A petition.


Earlier this year, I suddenly found myself under an extremely tight timeline and needed to pull together a very substantial case in a short space of time. It was easily one of the most stressful periods of my life, and Avalon and her team wer…

S

Shreya Kanther

4 reviews · 2 photos

2 months ago

I am extremely grateful to Manifest Law and Attorney Guilherme Zaia for their outstanding support throughout my O-1A visa process. From day one, Guilherme and his team were highly professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in my case. They took the time to understand my background, guided me through every step of the process, and made what initiall…

L

Laura Romero

6 reviews

5 months ago

I would like to share my experience with Manifest Law and my attorney, Carmiann Cespedes. She supported me through both my O-1 visa extension and my EB-2 NIW case. Her work is exceptional, she conducts thorough research, takes the time to understand your background, and identifies your strongest qualifications with great care.…

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Meet the attorneys handling your case

Meet the attorneys handling your case

*Total cases filed provided by Manifest lawyers in connection with cases handled with Manifest and lawyer’s prior firms.
*Total cases filed provided by Manifest lawyers in connection with cases handled with Manifest and lawyer’s prior firms.

Put your future back in your own hands

Put your future back in your own hands

Put your future back in your own hands

A few minutes could tell you whether the O-1A is a fit, and what taking control could look like. No commitment.

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