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Sherrod Sports Visas, headed by Sherrod Seward Esq assisted the Indian world-class boxer Gaganpreet “The Pitbull” Sharma in his I-I29 P-1A petition. In light of Mr Sharma’s outstanding achievements and international recognition, his services have been requested by the petitioner, A-1 Market LLC, allowing him to serve as a World Class Boxer. 

P-1A visa USCIS Requirements

The following are the USCIS requirements for a P-1A visa:

  1. A written consultation from a sport-appropriate labor organization. The consultation is a written advisory opinion from a relevant organization discussing the athlete or team’s distinctions and supporting your claim of international recognition. If no such peer organization exists, you will be evaluated according to your personal record;

  2. A copy of your contract either with a major U.S. sports league or team or with an internationally recognized event distinguished in your sport;

  3. Your itinerary and an explanation of the event; and

  4. Two of the following:

  • Evidence that you (or your team) have previously participated in a major U.S. team or league;

  • Evidence that your (or your team) have previously participated in a national team for an international competition;

  • Evidence that your (or your team) have previously participated with a U.S. college or university in an intercollegiate competition;

  • A written statement from an official of a major U.S. sports league or team detailing your international recognition, individually or as a team;

  • A written statement from a sports media official or a recognized expert in your sport detailing your international recognition, individually or as a team;

  • Evidence of international rankings, if you (or your team) have received any;

  • Evidence of the receipt of a significant honor or award in your sport.


Indian boxer Gaganpreet “The Pitbull” Sharma

Gaganpreet Sharma, a world-class boxer from Chandigarh, has been internationally recognized in the ring with both Indian and international opponents. He is ranked second in the Middleweight rankings for India as per BoxRec. Mr Sharma started his boxing career at a very young age of five. His love for boxing was inspired by the legendary Mike Tyson.

 

If you are a professional athlete or a coach and you need help with your visas, please contact us at 310-209-8645 or email us at info@sherrodsportsvisas.com. We will be happy to assist you.

Sherrod Seward