Last updated 2026-04-13
Visa for internationally recognized individuals to United States of America for Saudi Arabian citizens
Visa for worldwide recognized experts
Travel purpose:
Other
Visa overview
Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Internationally recognized alien visas are for athletes, entertainers, and artists of international acclaim, allowing them to perform or compete in the U.S. at a high level.
Visa validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
from 21 days to 5 years
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
$205
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Visa for internationally recognized athletes
Eligible individuals
Internationally recognized athlete, entertainer, performer
Visa validity period:
from 21 days to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 21 days to 5 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
$205
Visa for artists and entertainers in exchange programs
Eligible individuals
Internationally recognized athlete, entertainer, performer
Visa validity period:
from 21 days to 1 year
Duration of stay:
from 21 days to 1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
$205
Visa for artists and entertainers in cultural programs
Eligible individuals
Internationally recognized athlete, entertainer, performer
Visa validity period:
from 21 days to 1 year
Duration of stay:
from 21 days to 1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
$205
Visa for spouse of a P1, P2 or P3
Eligible individuals
Spouse of P1, P2, P3, family, dependent
Visa validity period:
from 21 days to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 21 days to 5 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
$205
Visa for child of a P1, P2 or P3
Eligible individuals
Child of P1, P2, P3, family, dependent
Visa validity period:
from 21 days to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 21 days to 5 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
$205