O-2 Support Personnel Visa
Essential support staff for O-1 artists and athletes — the team behind the talent.
Overview
The O-2 admits essential support personnel — film crews, coaching staff, technicians — who are an integral part of an O-1 performance. The key showing: critical skills and experience with the O-1 principal that cannot be readily performed by a U.S. worker.
Who May Qualify
- Critical skills and substantial experience with the O-1 principal
- Duties that are integral to the O-1's performance
- Functions not readily performable by U.S. workers
How We Help
- Coordinated O-1/O-2 filings for productions and athletic teams
- Essentiality documentation for each crew or staff member
- Consular processing coordination for touring groups
Frequently Asked Questions
Can an O-2 work for others?
No — O-2 status is strictly tied to supporting the specific O-1 holder's events.
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