Visa Consultation Letters for Esports Professionals & Athletes

 

Need a U.S. visa to compete or work in esports? The Esports Trade Association (ESTA) provides official consultation letters to help athletes, coaches, content creators, and esports professionals streamline their O-1A, O-1B, P-1A, P1-S, O-2, B-1/B-2, and H-1B visa applications. We support your journey so you can focus on winning.

 
 
 

What We Offer – U.S. Visa Support for Esports Talent

We specialize in issuing visa consultation letters that support your petition for the following U.S. visa types:

 
 
 
 

O-1A Visa for Athletes

For individual esports athletes with a demonstrated record of extraordinary ability in competitions, rankings, sponsorships, or awards.

 
 
 

O-1B Visa for Creative Professionals

For streamers, shoutcasters, game developers, content creators, and other creatives in esports with a strong record of international recognition.

 
 
 

P-1A Visa for Teams and Individual Athletes

For internationally recognized teams or individual players coming to the U.S. to participate in major tournaments or events.

 
 
 
 

H-1B Visa for Specialized Gaming Talent

For esports professionals with highly specialized knowledge (e.g., analysts, engineers, developers) sponsored by a U.S. employer.

 
 
 

B-1/B-2 Visa for Business Visitors

For esports professionals or support staff visiting the U.S. for meetings, networking, trade shows, or short-term work obligations.

 
 
 

O-2 Visa for Essential Support Personnel

For coaches, managers, producers, and other key support staff who are an integral part of an O-1 visa holder’s esports performance, production, or competition activities in the U.S.

 
 
 
 
 

P-1S Visa for Support Staff

For coaches, analysts, managers, and other essential personnel who provide critical support services to a P-1A esports athlete or team participating in tournaments or events in the U.S.

 
 
 

Need a letter for a different U.S. visa or looking for bulk payment options?

Our team can provide industry support letters for select visa types beyond those listed as well as provide invoicing for multiple visa candidates. Contact us at info@esportsta.org for more information.

 
 
 
 
 

Why Choose ESTA for Your Visa Consultation Letter?

As the leading trade organization in esports, we understand the unique needs of players, teams, and professionals in this fast-moving industry.

 
 
 
 

Trusted by the Esports Industry: Hundreds of letters successfully issued for top-tier athletes and teams.

Fast Turnaround Times: Choose from Standard, Expedited, and Super Expedited tiers.

No Legal Fees: We’re not attorneys—just your shortcut to a strong letter of support, signed by our leadership.

Industry-Credible Letters: Our signatures carry weight in the esports world.

 
 
 
 

How It Works

Getting started is simple:

Step 1: Fill out our short online Google Form
Step 2: Choose your visa type and processing speed
Step 3: Submit payment through our secure portal
Step 4: Receive your customized consultation letter—ready to submit with your visa petition!

Standard processing: 5–7 business days
Expedited: 2–3 business days
Super Expedited: Within 24 hours

 
 
 
 

Processing Time & Fees

We offer multiple processing options based on your timeline. 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

 
 
 
 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

 
 

Questions? Contact Us

Have a unique case or not sure which visa you need?
Email us at info@esportsta.org

 

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you're a solo competitor or part of a global team, we’ve got your back.