Immigration Law for the World's Most Ambitious

Your next chapter in
America starts here.

We're a specialized immigration team built for top tech talent, and the companies competing for it.

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2,300+
Cases Filed
99%
Approval Rate
300+
Companies Served
<30
Days Case Prep Time

Trusted by HR teams and employees, from 5-person startups to the Fortune 500.

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Visa Pathways

Every path to the U.S.
starts with the right visa.

O-1Extraordinary Ability

For individuals with notable achievements in their field. No Nobel prizes necessary.

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H-1BSpecialty Occupation

The standard work visa for professionals in specialty occupations requiring a degree.

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L-1Intracompany Transfer

Transfer key employees from your international offices to the United States.

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EB-1Priority Green Card

The fastest path to a green card for extraordinary talent and multinational managers.

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TNUSMCA Professional

Fast-track work authorization for Canadian and Mexican professionals under USMCA.

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E-2Treaty Investor

For entrepreneurs and investors from treaty countries making a substantial U.S. investment.

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Clients

You don't have to be
a founder.

We've secured US work visas and green cards for:

EngineersFoundersML ResearchersDesignersScientistsInvestorsDevRelIllustratorsAccount ExecutivesInfluencersChief of StaffGrowth MarketersData ScientistsCommunity LeadsAnalystsCustomer Success ManagersYouTubersAgency OwnersProduct ManagersUX LeadsSocial Media Managers

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April 23, 2026

Does Raising Venture Capital Help Your O-1 Visa Case?

Raising venture capital won't secure an O-1 visa on its own. Learn which criteria VC actually supports, where USCIS pushes back, and how to use it right.

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April 13, 2026

O-1A Visa for Marketing Professionals: A Complete Evidence-Building Guide

Learn how marketing professionals can build an O-1A extraordinary ability visa case. Criteria strategies, evidence examples, and expert petition-building tips.

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April 9, 2026

O-1 Agent Petition: What It Is, When to Use One, and What It Can't Do

Learn what an O-1 agent petition is, when it makes sense, and what it can't do. A practical guide for founders, consultants, and people looking to work multiple jobs at the same time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions

Do I need to be famous or have a PhD to qualify for an O-1?
No. The O-1 is not about fame or academic credentials. It's about demonstrating that you've risen above the average professional in your field through sustained achievements. Many of our approved clients are engineers, founders, marketers, and designers with strong track records but no household name recognition.
How long does the visa process take?
It depends on the visa type. O-1 cases typically take 2 to 4 weeks to prepare, with USCIS adjudication in 15 business days via premium processing. H-1B timelines depend on the lottery cycle. We provide a specific timeline during your initial consultation.
What's your approval rate?
As of April 2026 we have a 99%+ approval rating on all work visas. We achieve this by being completely honest about the strength of your case and talking through ways to mitigate risks and provide compelling evidence. We consistently evaluate cases through the evidence collection and building process to flag any potential issues as early as possible. We don't take shortcuts or file flimsy cases.
Can you help if my visa was denied by another firm?
Yes. We regularly work with clients who received denials or RFEs from other providers. We review what went wrong, rebuild the evidence package, and refile with stronger framing. Many denied cases are approved on resubmission.
How is Compass different from a traditional immigration law firm?
We've spent the last 8 years building visa cases for startups and their teams. Our founder is a 4x O-1 holder who has been through the process himself. We understand the tech ecosystem, we move at startup speed, and we communicate through the tools your team already uses, including Slack.

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Tell us about your situation and we'll map out the best path forward. Most consultations happen within 48 hours.

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