Do online meetings held outside the U.S. count as activity?

Yes. For the O-1 visa, which is for individuals with extraordinary ability, what matters is demonstrating ongoing recognition and engagement in your field. Online meetings held outside the United States can be part of that body of evidence, as long as they help show that you remain active and relevant in your profession.

In practice, these meetings carry the most weight when they produce concrete results, such as partnerships, contracts, project presentations, or international collaborations that reinforce your reputation. A remote format does not disqualify the activity; what matters is how it connects to your professional trajectory.

For that reason, document each event in an organized way, using records such as meeting minutes, official invitations, recordings, or indicators of the results achieved. Clear documentation turns a meeting into useful evidence within the petition.

• Prioritize meetings that generate verifiable results.
• Keep invitations, minutes, and proof of participation.
• Connect each activity to the continuity of your career.

Because each case is evaluated individually, it is worth reviewing updated guidance and working with a specialist to build a consistent body of evidence.

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