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How to Organize the Evidence Accompanied with the O-1 Visa Application?

Hi William,

I am preparing the O-1 visa application with many supporting documents. Please let me know how to organize the evidence accompanied with the O-1 visa application?

Answer,

To effectively organize evidence for an O-1 visa application, you should meticulously categorize documents based on the specific O-1 eligibility criteria, clearly label each document, include a table of contents outlining the evidence submitted for each criteria, and provide English translations for any foreign language documents, ensuring all supporting materials are presented in a logical and easy-to-navigate format.

Follow the tips below for how to organize the evidence accompanied with the O-1 visa application:

1) Provide all required documentation and evidence with the O-1 visa application when filed. O-1 visa application may be denied, or may be issued a Request For Evidence (RFE) in the instances where the required evidence described in the instructions and regulations are not initially provided. If providing photocopies of documents, provide clear legible copies.

2) All foreign language documents must be submitted with a corresponding English translation. The English translation must be certified by a translator who is competent to translate and must verify in writing that “the translation is true and accurate to the best of the translator's abilities“. It is helpful if the English translation is stapled to the foreign language document.

3) If documenting the alien's publications or citations of the alien beneficiary's work, highlight the alien's name in the relevant articles. It is not necessary to send the full copy of a dissertation, thesis, or research paper written by the alien beneficiary, or one in which the alien beneficiary's work has been cited. Include the title page and the portions that cite the alien's work.

4) Tab and label the evidentiary exhibits at the bottom of the first page of each exhibit, and provide a list of the evidentiary exhibits and the eligibility criteria that each exhibit is submitted to establish for petitions supported by a substantial amount of documentation. An exhibit that is being provided to meet multiple eligibility criteria should be so identified in the exhibit list.