A Canadian performing artist has successfully received approval for their O-1B visa renewal after a lengthy processing period. The approval was granted on May 22, 2026, following an upgrade to premium processing due to nearing the end of the standard processing timeframe.
Key Details:
- Initial receipt date: June 10, 2025, at the Vermont Service Center.
- Upgraded to premium processing on May 1, 2026, with payment submitted by the applicant’s lawyer.
- Premium processing receipt issued on May 4, 2026.
- Final approval granted on May 22, 2026, on the 15th business day after premium processing began.
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Source: r/O1VisasEB1Greencards