Eligibility & petitioners
Why do O-1A, arts O-1B and film or television O-1B need different templates?
Updated: October 29, 2026
The fields, eligibility standards and evidence requirements differ. O-1A covers fields including science, education, business and athletics. Arts and motion picture or television work use different O-1B frameworks, and consultation requirements may also differ. This guide focuses on O-1A. An O-1B template cannot simply be applied to O-1A.
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Confirm the applicable classification.
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Use the official rules applicable at filing and the notices for your individual case.