World Class Track Athlete approved for his P-1A Visa Classification thanks to the help of Sherrod Sports Visas.
Professional Track Athlete, Eke Onwuka
Our beneficiary, Eke Onwuka, is a world class track athlete and thrower from Nigeria. Mr. Onwuka has a remarkable record in the world of track and field. Some of his career highlights include:
Placing 1st at the National Championships held in Warri, Nigeria on July 30, 2015
Placing 1st at the African All-Comers held in Lagos, Nigeria on April 15, 2015
Placing 1st at the National Championships held in Sapele, Nigeria on July 8, 2016
Placing 1st at the National Championships held in Anuja, Nigeria on July 13, 2017
Placing 12th at the Commonwealth Games held in Gold Coast, Australia on April 8, 2018 and;
Placing 1st at the National Sports Festival held in Benin City, Nigeria on April 11, 2021
Because of his record and achievements in the world of track and field, Mr. Onwuka is now allowed to compete here in the United States and was able to obtain the P-1 classification.
Requirements for the P-1A Visa
In order to qualify for the P-1A Visa an individual must be an athlete at an internationally recognized level of performance, be part of a group or team at an internationally recognized level of performance, be a professional athlete, or an athlete or coach as part of the team or franchise located in the United States and a member of a foreign league/association. After being approved for this visa, the individual will then be allowed to compete and work in the United States for a total of up to 5 years and can also be extended for another 5 years upon the petition.
We would like to congratulate Mr. Eke Onwuka for his accomplishments and wish him success in his future endeavors.