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Home . . O-1A Visa

O-1A Visa — Extraordinary Ability

O-1A Visa — Extraordinary Ability

For esports athletes, coaches, and professionals with a proven track record of elite-level achievement.

Pick Your Timeline

ESTA members save on every tier. All fees are non-refundable.

ESTA Members

Standard (5–10 business days) — $550
Expedited (2 business days) — $650
Super Expedited (within 24 hours) — $850

Non-Members

Standard (5–10 business days) — $850
Expedited (2 business days) — $1,150
Super Expedited (within 24 hours) — $1,350

Ready to Go?

Ready to Go?

Fill out the form, choose your processing speed, and we’ll deliver your signed letter as a PDF.

Start Your Request

FAQ

The O-1A visa is a nonimmigrant visa for individuals who possess extraordinary ability in fields like science, education, business, or athletics — including esports. For esports professionals, this means you’ve made major contributions, won major tournaments, played for top-tier teams, or built a strong reputation in the field.

  • Esports athletes applying for U.S. O-1A visas

  • Coaches or team managers involved in high-level esports

  • Organizations supporting athletes with visa petitions

  • Immigration attorneys looking for reputable industry advisory letters

ESTA’s peer advisory letter confirms your qualifications based on:

  • Your competitive achievements

  • Teams and tournaments you’ve played for

  • Contributions to the esports industry

  • Media presence and public recognition

The letter is customized to support your individual petition and is signed by ESTA leadership, a recognized body in the esports industry.

  1. Fill Out the Intake Form
    Submit your details using our secure Google Form.

  2. Select Your Processing Time & Submit Payment
    Choose Standard (5-10 business days), Expedited (2-3 business days), or Super Expedited (24 hour period) options.

  3. Receive Your Letter
    Once reviewed and approved, you’ll receive a signed PDF peer letter ready for your O-1A visa petition.

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