P-3 Visa (For Culturally Unique Entertainment Program) – Overview

P-3 classification may be accorded to artists or entertainers, individually or as a group, coming to the United States for the purpose of a unique or traditional ethnic, folk, cultural, musical, theatrical, or artistic performance or presentation.

What documentation is required to process a P-3 Visa?

The following documentation is required:
Proof that the Entertainment Program is culturally unique

• Copies of reviews in Newspapers and Magazines about the event/festival
• Copies of letters of commendation from distinguished artists and Associations
• Copies of other published material on the Festival, including but not limited to letters received from well wishers

Proof that the Group/Individual is coming to the United States to perform in a culturally unique program

• Evidence of Bookings, contracts, program guide etc. in the form of a program schedule/itinerary

Information pertaining to each individual member of the Group

• Resume or Write up about the artist detailing awards and honors received. It is important to document that the artist has achieved national or international recognition or acclaim
• Expert opinions or testimonials about the artist
• Copies of Passport [first 4 pages and any prior visa page]
• Photographs, newspaper articles about the artist
• Certificates, diplomas and other honors received
• Residential address of the artist abroad

Proof that you are an established Agent or Employer

• Photographs of past cultural activities sponsored
• Copies of books [cover page] or other publications released by the Agent
• Newspaper articles about the Agent
• Letters and other commendation from prominent persons about the Agent