O-1B
A temporary US arts / MPTV path that rewards lead roles, critical reviews, and commercial success — still not an approval prediction.
Who it’s for
People with extraordinary ability in the arts, or extraordinary achievement in motion picture or television — evidence looks different from O-1A science or business files.
What can make your profile stand out
O-1B
Lead or starring roles
Performances or productions where you held a distinguished lead or starring role.
Guide →O-1B
Critical reviews
Published critical reviews recognizing your work — not only self-published blurbs.
Guide →O-1B
Commercial success
Box office, ratings, sales, or comparable commercial markers tied to your participation.
Guide →Route comparison
- Typical profile
- Arts / MPTV extraordinary ability or achievement
- Evidence intensity
- High — arts-specific criteria (typically 3 of 6)
- Permanent residence
- No — temporary work visa
- Employer dependence
- Usually needs US petitioner
Ready to see what may fit?
Run the eligibility check with your goals pre-filled, or dig into the authoritative guide library.
Educational only — not legal advice, not a filing recommendation, and not an approval prediction.