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Social Media Stars Now Qualify for O-1B Visas

1/6/2026

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  • A portion of U.S. O-1B visas is now issued to social media influencers and OnlyFans creators.
  • Immigration lawyers say over half of their O-1B visa clients are content creators.
  • Prominent examples include Yanet Garcia, Mexican-born, and Aishah Sofey, Canadian, both with large followings.
  • Since 2000, the O-1B program has surged, raising concerns about diluting its purpose.
  • Attorneys warn some applicants may not meet the criteria, potentially diminishing the program's prestige.