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O-1A PR Template
Hey there,
Aizada here. Back to talk about another whirlwind week in the immigration world!
While the alien registration requirement continues to generate headlines, there are some urgent deadlines and policy updates you need to know about right now.
The annual H-1B anxiety season just got over, with result notifications being rolled out a few days ago, since March 29. Here's what you need to know:
Want us to step-in and make it easy?
After helping dozens of clients secure O-1A visas this year, we've identified clear patterns in what USCIS is approving versus what triggers Request for Evidence (RFEs):
What's your biggest O-1A hurdle? |
That tech blog your friend runs? Practically worthless for visa purposes.
But a single meaty feature in TechCrunch? That moves the needle more than 10 random mentions combined.
Here's what USCIS is looking for in 2025:
Tier 1: New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Forbes 30 Under 30
Tier 2: Trade publications in your field
Tier 3: Being interviewed by a creator for their podcast
I hear this constantly. So let me share the exact template that's landed our clients in publications like Forbes, TechCrunch, and WSJ.
It's simple:
Subject: [Data] on [Problem]
Hi [First Name],
Loved your piece on [Their Recent Article].
As the [Your Role] who is [Solution], I've discovered [Unique Insight/Data Point] that might be relevant as a follow-on article to [Previous Article]
Available for a 15-min chat this week? I'll bring coffee ☕️
Best,
[Your Name]
[Company/Lab Website]
Want us to help?
Why does this work when other pitches fail?
A. It proves you're not sending mass emails
B. It offers exclusivity (journalists compete for scoops)
C. It quantifies the value with a data hook
Pro tip: Target writers who cover both your tech niche AND immigration trends. A climate tech founder recently landed a Wired feature by pitching their energy reporter about how visa policies impact clean energy innovation.
Sorry, but I couldn’t not resist sharing a win while talking about O-1A visas:
Quick Recap:
⦁ Act now on form deadlines – The grace period ends today for most forms
⦁ If you didn’t win the H-1B lottery – Work on Plan B
⦁ For O-1A candidates – Focus on quality of evidence over quantity
Remember: the key is specificity and measurable impact.
Immigration shouldn't feel like walking through a minefield. That's why we started Alma – to bring clarity and confidence to a process designed to be confusing.
Have questions about your specific situation? Hit reply or book a free consultation at tryalma.com.
Stay resilient,
Aizada
