SammyW

Great, thank you for all your help

Bob

You checked out this:
http://www.immigration.com/faq/qvisa.html

That might be something else you could consider perhaps.

Lixx0382

Is there any suggestion about how I can find a competentimmigrantion
attorney in Houston area for Extraordinary Ability petition. Thanks

Li



Ingo Pakleppa - see web site for email <[email protected]> wrote in message news:<[email protected]>. ..
    > First off, I think exceptional ability requires something extraordinary.
    > Albert Einstein would likely qualify. It doesn't always take a Nobel
    > Prize, but as a rule of thumb, you should assume that if you aren't in
    > that league (or the equivalent in your field), likely the category won't
    > fit.
    >
    > I would recommend that you consult with a competent immigration attorney
    > about your option. If your assessment is correct, it might be possible get
    > a National Interest Waiver. Not a sure thing at all, though. Both
    > Extraordinary Ability and NIW are something you would *not* want to try
    > without an attorney.
    >
    > On Fri, 29 Oct 2004 01:54:55 +0000, SammyW wrote:
    >
    > >
    > > I need some advice... My specific circumstances, and job, are quite
    > > individual so I really have no idea what the best way for me to proceed
    > > regarding working in the US. Any help you guys can give will be greatly
    > > appreciated :)
    > >
    > > I am a club/radio DJ who plays a UK genre of music which is fast
    > > catching on in many US towns. I wouldnt say I am at the top of my field
    > > yet, however I am well known within the scene. I have played in the UK
    > > and internationally for 4 1/2 years. Obviously due to the nature of my
    > > work there aren't recognised qualifications/degree's as such...
    > > (although I do have a radio presentation qualification!)
    > >
    > > I have several US contacts who say that there is a need for a UK DJ in
    > > the states as they need some direction and guidance on developing their
    > > side of the scene. Also, I believe the US would complement what is
    > > already happening in the UK. I would bridge the 2 together and
    > > eventually producers in the US would be just as involved in making the
    > > music as we are here in the UK.
    > >
    > >
    > > With regards to what I propose to do while in the US; I have several
    > > options and would like to do them all if possible...
    > >
    > > 1) Continue doing a weekly digital radio show for a UK based station,
    > > showing clubscene and the progress of the scene in the US.
    > >
    > > 2) Work for a distribution company based in the UK, distributing vinyl
    > > to US business and individual customers.
    > >
    > > 3) Starting up a small (possibly non-profit) club listings/music mag
    > >
    > > 4) Running a club-nite for a UK promotion (eventually in more than
    > > one town in the US, therefore will be employing/selling brand to
    > > US citizens)
    > >
    > > 5) Teaching DJ skills to young people in the community for a
    > > charity/church or other organisation (in the UK I work for the
    > > government scheme "Positive Activities for Young People" which is
    > > proven to prevent crime & social exclusion)
    > >
    > > 6) Being a US based contact for the entire scene back in the UK - unpaid
    > > but worthwhile work all the same
    > >
    > > 7) Last, but not least, DJing!
    > >
    > >
    > > The Embassy's site says: Aliens of Exceptional Ability in the sciences,
    > > arts, or business. An alien will qualify for registration in this
    > > category if he or she is seeking to enter in the United States in his or
    > > her field and the entry of such alien will substantially benefit
    > > prospectively the national economy, cultural, or educational interests,
    > > or welfare of the United States.
    > >
    > > I believe I will be benefitting the US culturally as there is definately
    > > a need for this according to my contacts, however it is convincing the
    > > government that this is a worthwhile field of work that I feel is going
    > > to be the big hurdle... (and maybe some of you guys, from some of the
    > > harsh replies I've seen on other threads!)
    > >
    > >
    > > I guess I need to know what the rules are regarding working for a UK-
    > > based company in the US. Is it classed as starting a business over
    > > there, or is it different if they will be paying my wages?
    > >
    > > I have had several offers from potential sponsers - are there any
    > > preferences? And in addition to the above list, I'm sure I would be able
    > > to secure a DJ residency job prior to my arrival in the US.
    > >
    > > I'm not looking for permanent residence. I'm sure i'll want to stay,
    > > however I'm not thinking down the Green Card route just yet.
    > >
    > > Which visa is best for me in my situation? Would I be able to move to
    > > another state after 6 months once one town's scene is 'established'?
    > >
    > > And finally, would I need to employ an immigration attorney? Are they
    > > expensive? And roughly how long does it take to process a visa?
    > >
    > >
    > > Sorry this was so long... I'm complicated! Thanks 4 reading
    >
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