What is an P Visa?

The P classification is a type of temporary employment visa, under United States immigration law, which applies to foreign-based athletes and entertainment groups.
There are several categories of P visa.

• P-1 applies to individual or team athletes, or members of an entertainment group (P-1B) that are internationally recognized. A maximum of 25,000 P visas are issued annually.
• P-2 applies to artists or entertainers who will perform under a reciprocal exchange program.

• P-3 applies to artists or entertainers who perform under a program that is culturally unique.

• P-4 is for the spouse or child of a P-1, P-2, or P-3 alien and who is accompanying, or following to join, the alien.

 

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