Are there any derivative or secondary beneficiary
classes associated with O-1 status?
The following derivative classes are available in the O category:
1. O-2 Category This non-immigrant status is available to those
who will accompany and assist in the artistic and athletic performance
of an O-1 alien. To qualify for O-2 status, the alien must be
an "integral part" of the actual performance and have
"critical skills and experience" with the O-1 alien
which are not of a general nature and which cannot be performed
by U.S. workers.
2. O-3 Category The spouse and unmarried children of an O-1 alien
may hold O-3 status as dependents of the principal alien. This
status allows the O-3 alien to reside in the United States, but
not to work.
