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Learn the Essentials of Navigating U.S. Visa<\/strong> and Tax Requirements<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Specific visa and tax withholding requirements must be followed by the U.S.-based organizations engaging international artists. The League provides resources, direct assistance, and policy\u00a0advocacy\u00a0to support international cultural activity.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Artists From Abroad<\/h6>\n\n\n\n
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Co-hosted by the League and the Association of Performing Arts Professionals, ArtistsfromAbroad.org features complete and up-to-date guidance on the visa process and tax treatment for foreign guest artists.\u00a0Download a free webinar<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0that provides top tips from the site\u2019s visa and tax authors and subscribe to the\u00a0News Flash<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0page to stay up to date on the most recent updates and tips.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Contact the League for Assistance<\/strong><\/h2>
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The League\u2019s Washington, D.C. office regularly provides information on the latest policy changes, letters of support to accompany orchestra visa petitions<\/a><\/strong>, and one-to-one technical assistance to orchestras navigating the visa process.  For assistance, contact Heather Noonan<\/strong><\/a> or Najean Lee<\/strong><\/a> in the League’s D.C. office.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Improve Visa Policy \u2013 Track Your Petition!<\/strong><\/h2>
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The League and other national performing arts service organizations are working with Congress<\/a><\/strong> to improve USCIS procedures regarding regular processing of O & P visas. To be successful in our efforts to reduce processing times, we need your assistance. Please use the League\u2019s online tracking form<\/strong><\/a> for each petition you submit.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The content of the League\u2019s Advocacy & Government webpages is for general educational purposes only and is not intended to provide legal advice on any subject matter. This website should not be used as a substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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