[Tango-L] Changes in O and P Visa processing in the U.S.

[Lisa Battan]

Dear Michael,

You clearly received incorrect advice from your friend at USCIS.  What you
have written is entirely incorrect. O and P visas are commonly used by tango
teachers.  I have handled many such applications over the years (many years
helping more than 100 dancers or musicians per year).

You can also read a statement by many performing arts unions and labor
organizations about the new changes to the law at:  http://drop.io/czbujc6

Or good legal blog postings at:

http://www.entrylaw.com/images/Smoke_and_Mirrors.pdf

http://www.nationofimmigrators.com/?p=278


Rather than repeat the law here, I recommend that any one who is considering
working with foreign national tango teachers in the U.S. seek the advice of
a qualified immigration lawyer - whether it is Ray Barbosa, myself of
someone else.  Please don't accept legal advice from a nonlawyer or one who
thinks he plays one on T.V.

The changes USCIS has put into effect have the ability to significantly
alter the business of tango in the U.S., especially as it relates to
traveling teachers.  I strongly urge those in the U.S. who are interested or
effected, to contact their Congressional Members and urge a change in these
unjustified new policies.

Sincerely,

Lisa Battan
www.battanlaw.com

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Lisa E. Battan
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