Artist's Visas

What would any life be without the experience of art?

The American melting pot is the wonderful integration of the creative practices of far-away places into our own "national culture." Now, however, international artists seeking to come to the U.S. to work or perform are suddenly facing significant obstacles in obtaining visas. Many now find themselves cut away from our tradition of cultural influence and connection.

The problems with visas for artists is a by-product of a political scenario where the current U.S. government works to establish a balance between the need for domestic security and a sometimes contradictory agenda for "free trade." This free trade would necessarily encompass not only products, but ideas, as well. As such, there are confusing and seemingly harsh elements of the current U.S. immigration law as it relates to artists, writers, cultural workers, film-makers and performance professionals.

We at Faris & Faris Law Office will assist the artist or arts organization to resolve problems in obtaining necessary visas for travel to the U.S.

Our Immigration Section has experience overcoming the denial of artist visas and will do its very best to keep you on schedule and on budget. Please call us with your artist visa questions or concerns at 651-641-1500 or toll free at 1-866-250-1786.

We believe America needs world artists now, more than ever.

 

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