Visas & US Immigration for Touring Artists

Wednesday, Apr 15

3:00pm – 4:00pm

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https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81667529412?pwd=qYhaMWNUvd3b7AmTwKUBzUUPa80VIR.1

INTERNATIONAL TOURING 101: VISAS & U.S. IMMIGRATION CONSIDERATIONS FOR ARTISTS with Kimya Zahedi (CoveyLaw) FREE MASTERCLASS You’re ready to tour — but before you get to the stage, you need to get through the paperwork, the petition process, and the border. What do artists actually need to prepare when working in or traveling to the U.S., and where do people most often get tripped up. In our next Masterclass, Kimya Zahedi of CoveyLaw will join Sydney Blu to break down what artists need to know about U.S. visas, immigration processes, and cross-border preparation. Drawing on her work in performing arts immigration, Kimya will share practical insight into visa preparation, required documentation, and the realities artists should keep in mind when planning U.S. touring activity. 🗓WHEN: WEDNESDAY, APR 15 | 3–4 PM EST 📍WHERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81667529412?pwd=qYhaMWNUvd3b7AmTwKUBzUUPa80VIR.1 Meeting ID: 816 6752 9412 Passcode: 886048 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: 📌How artists can begin preparing for U.S. touring and visa applications 📌What kinds of documentation and supporting materials are often required 📌Key immigration and border considerations artists should understand before travelling 📌Common mistakes and delays that can affect touring timelines 📌How to think about advance planning, petitions, and entry processes more strategically 📌Important considerations for TGNCI+ artists and others who may face additional barriers in cross-border travel, based on recent Tamizdat programming and advisories. ABOUT KIMYA ZAHEDI: Kimya Zahedi is an attorney with CoveyLaw's Performing Arts Division. She holds a J.D. from Fordham University School of Law, where she focused on international law, human rights and immigration. In addition to her work at CoveyLaw, Kimya serves on the Board of Directors of civic-arts non-profit Waterwell. ABOUT COVEYLAW: CoveyLaw is a leading law firm that handles U.S. visas for performing artists, all types of family and business immigration issues, as well as entertainment, contract, nonprofit, and corporate law matters. CoveyLaw grew out of the nonprofit organization, Tamizdat, which remains a tireless advocate for international artist and cultural mobility, providing pro bono legal services, legal education to the cultural sector, research and policy advocacy, and services to persecuted and displaced artists. This session is about helping artists feel more informed and more prepared — not overwhelmed. Whether you’re planning your first U.S. dates or already navigating international touring opportunities, this masterclass will offer practical guidance to help you better understand the process, avoid common pitfalls, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

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