The P-2 classification applies to you if you are coming temporarily to perform as an artist or entertainer, individually or as part of a group, who will perform under a reciprocal exchange program between an organization in the United States and an organization in another country. To qualify for a P-2 Visa as an artist, you need to be entering the United States through a government-recognized reciprocal exchange program. Currently, there are five negotiated P-2 reciprocal agreements involving organizations such as;

1. The American Federation of Musicians (U.S.) and the American Federation of Musicians (Canada);
2. Actor’s Equity Association (U.S.) and the Canadian Actors’ Equity Association;
3. Actor’s Equity Association (U.S.) and the British Actors’ Equity Association;
4. The International Council of Air Shows and the Canadian Air Show Association.
5. The Alliance of Canadian Cinema Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA) and the Screen Actor Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA).

If a reciprocal agreement other than these five is submitted, USCIS will assess it to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Furthermore, you must demonstrate skills that are on par with those of U.S. artists and entertainers participating in the program outside the United States.

Duration: The length of a P-2 Visa is determined by the duration needed for the visa beneficiaries to participate in their events in the United States. Nevertheless, the initial period is capped at one year.
Family Members: Family members of P-2 Visa holders can accompany them on a P-4 Dependent nonimmigrant status.