NYC.gov - Mayor's Office of Film, Theatre & Broadcasting - Guide for International Productions


	Types of Visas O-1 - for Artists of Extraordinary Achievement (actors, directors, producers, other singular professionals known for their craft). Requirements: Lead or starring role in distinguished production National or international achievement recognition Distinguished reputation of production Record of significant commercial success or acclaim. Recognition by critics, organizations, government, agencies and experts High salary compared to others in field O-2 - Supporting cast and crew (actors, Assistant Directors, crew who are essential or have been attached to O-1 talent) Pre-existing, long standing working relationship with O-1 Have engaged in significant work on production such that participation will be essential to production. B-1 - Business Visitor/consultant visas L-1 and E Visas - International Transfers for production companies with offices in the US P-1 classification applies to individual or team athletes, or members of an entertainment group that are internationally recognized (25,000); P-2 classification applies to artists or entertainers who will perform under a reciprocal exchange program; P-3 classification applies to artists or entertainers who perform under a program that is culturally unique (same as P-1); and P-4 classification for the spouse and children of P1, P-2, and P-3 visa holders Back to Step Two