Why an O-1 Agent?
Stable Work Authorization
When a company sponsors an O-1 visa, the worker is completely dependent on that one single employer to maintain their work authorization. A layoff means the visa holder loses work authorization - along with their ability to remain in the United States.
An O-1 agent removes this single point of dependency. Even if one job ends, your visa remains valid, giving you stability and time to secure your next opportunity.
Multiple Income Opportunities
With an employer-sponsored O-1 visa, visa holders cannot legally take on additional work- whether thats speaking engagements, consulting projects, book royalties, or other side income. For those experts who qualify for O-1, this severely limits what kind of contributions they can make in their field in the United States.
Through the agent model, your free to purpose any work within the scope of your O-1 across multiple employers and formats.
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Short-term contracts
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Long-term contracts
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Consulting or Advisory Work
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Self-Employment
This flexibility empowers extraordinary talent to contribute fully to their field.
Support for Founders
Starting a company in the United States without a sponsoring employer is risky. Self sponsorship often doesn’t hold up under scrutiny. An agent provides the legal foundation you need to launch their company confidently.
With an O-1 agent you gain:
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A legally valid petitioner (not just “self-petitioning”)
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Flexibility to cover multiple projects (startup + speaking + advisory roles).
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Protection against sudden loss of status if your startup falters or funding is delayed.
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Peace of mind that your visa is structurally sound and independent of company control.
Benefits for Employers
Employers also gain by supporting the agent model:
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Reduced Risk: Employee retains valid work authorization even during layoffs or business shifts.
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Lower Burden: HR teams avoid the compliance liability of direct sponsorship.
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Talent Engagement: Employees feel secure enough to grow through speaking, publishing, and other professional opportunities.
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Retention & Reputation: Empowered employees are more loyal, while your company builds a reputation as an employer of choice for global talent.
What makes Ambra different?
We are not a “check the box” agency. We combine immigration compliance with career and HR expertise – so you’re set up for long-term stability and growth.
✔️ Led by a seasoned HR professional with deep industry experience in the technology, pharma and manufacturing spaces
✔️ Hands-on support for employment navigation in the U.S.
✔️ Tailored consultation services beyond basic sponsorship
✔️ Accessible, responsive, and invested in your success.
Why Talent Needs Us
The U.S. labor market is evolving — with more fractional, project-based, and consultative work than ever before. For extraordinary professionals, limiting career options to one employer no longer makes sense.
With and O-1 agent you can:
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Control your own career trajectory
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Work for multiple employers, including yourself
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Stay compliant and secure, even in a volatile job market
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Unlock the freedom to thrive in every aspect of your field