Can the itinerary include approximate dates?

Yes. The itinerary for the O-1 is meant to show the activities and commitments you will carry out in the United States, and it can include approximate dates when some details are not yet fully confirmed, which is common in artistic and project-based schedules.

What is expected is that those dates be realistic and consistent with the purpose of the visa. When the schedule is still taking shape, it is advisable to note that the entries are projections, making clear that the commitments are in progress and will be adjusted as they are confirmed.

This transparency tends to work in your favor: it demonstrates organization and credibility, and makes it easier for the officer to review the petition rather than raising concerns about inflated or unreliable information.

Because each case has its own specifics, it is worth confirming updated requirements with the USCIS or with a specialist and, whenever possible, updating the itinerary as dates become final so the document accurately reflects your schedule.

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