PR support for
talent visas
O-1, EB-1, GLOBAL TALENT
PR agency
Our Expertise
For over three years, apPRove Agency has been helping professionals in IT, business, science, and the creative industries prepare PR portfolios for U.S. and U.K. immigration visas
We have successfully supported 50+ clients and know which publications, awards, and expert materials increase the chances of approval.
What We Do for Clients
Select relevant media outlets (from business to industry-specific)
Prepare articles, interviews, expert commentary, and academic papers
Organize participation in professional associations and award juries, assist with award applications
Compile media portfolios for attorneys and USCIS submissions
Provide consulting on positioning strategy
Why PR Matters for the Talent Visa
O-1 and EB-1 visas require proof of your recognition and achievements within your professional community.
A simple resume or recommendations are not enough — you need media publications, expert and academic articles, participation in professional associations, jury memberships, and awards.
It’s PR work that creates the “digital footprint” reviewed by USCIS officers and immigration attorneys.
Our Experience
Over 50 clients with successful O-1 and EB-1 visa cases
We know which publications truly work for a visa case
More than 26 years of experience in PR
We know how to present achievements even in complex cases
Why Choose apPRove
We work at the intersection of PR and immigration law (in tandem with attorneys)
Clear deadlines (2 to 6 months to prepare a full PR portfolio)
Friendly and caring approach — we guide the client “turnkey”
We understand the specifics of both Russian-speaking and English-speaking audiences
Evgeniya Sonts, founder of apPRove
Evgeniya Sonts has over 25 years of experience in PR. Her portfolio includes projects for large corporations and supporting experts in personal brand development. She hosted an author’s radio segment, spoke at conferences, and in 2025 won the "Business Breakthrough" award in the "PR Breakthrough" category. Today, Evgeniya leads apPRove, helping entrepreneurs and IT specialists build an international reputation and prepare a talent visa portfolio.
Our clients are published in major media outlets
Pricing
Support
Basic PR package — 1–2 articles, basic portfolio $1,500
Extended package — 5+ publications, interviews, association inclusion $5,000
Premium — individual strategy + full attorney support $7,000
Are you ready
to trust our team?
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about PR support for extraordinary ability and talent visas.
apPRove is a PR agency that helps entrepreneurs, experts, professionals and creatives build a stronger public professional profile. Depending on the project, services may include media coverage, expert positioning, professional visibility and participation in relevant industry activities. These materials may form part of the supporting documentation for an immigration case, depending on the applicable requirements.
PR can help present professional achievements systematically and make them more visible beyond a person's immediate professional network. Media coverage, recognition and other documented professional activities may contribute to an immigration evidence package. However, requirements depend on the visa category and the applicant's circumstances. A PR agency does not replace an immigration attorney and cannot determine whether an applicant meets the legal requirements.
Depending on a client's professional profile and strategy, PR activities may involve media coverage about the individual, reporting on professional achievements, relevant awards, participation in evaluating the work of other professionals and other forms of documented recognition. Whether a particular item can support an immigration petition depends on the applicable criteria, the quality of the evidence and the circumstances of the case. The proposed approach should be discussed with an immigration attorney.
You can begin PR work without an established public profile. The first step is to assess your experience, achievements, projects and potential areas of expertise. A realistic plan for media coverage and other PR activities can then be developed. Publications alone do not replace genuine achievements or guarantee that you meet the EB-1A requirements. The scope and timeline depend on your starting point.
The timeline depends on your existing professional profile, the selected PR activities, editorial processes and the availability of suitable media outlets. Preparing materials and coordinating publication can take varying amounts of time. A realistic timeline can be discussed after an initial assessment. PR timelines and immigration processing times are separate and should not be confused.
Pricing depends on your profile, the scope of work, geography and project complexity. Individual services and comprehensive PR support may be available. Agency fees and external expenses may be calculated separately. A tailored budget is discussed after the goals and scope of the project have been clarified.
No. apPRove provides PR services and does not make immigration decisions. The outcome depends on the applicant's circumstances, the applicable requirements, the evidence submitted and the decision of the relevant authority. The agency cannot guarantee visa approval, approval of a petition or acceptance of any particular material as sufficient evidence.
To get started, tell us about your professional background, key achievements and PR goals. The initial discussion can cover your current profile, potential areas of work and the outcomes you want to pursue. Once the scope is clear, the services, timeline and pricing can be agreed.
