The IGDA provides advisory letters for United States immigration purposes (O-1, H-1, EB-1) for members and for non-members active in the games industry.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The IGDA only works directly with the attorney, law firm, or studio managing the applicant’s immigration case to facilitate the visa letter process.

The IGDA do not provide full custom/bespoke letters. The IGDA only accepts visa letter requests when law firms or studios provide pre-drafted letters. IGDA will use the draft and include the IGDA reviewer’s authority and qualifications of assessing the petitioner’s background.

RATES
Rates are $500 per letter for non-members and $250 per letter for existing members, billable to the law firm or studio.
Requests for expedited/rushed services incur an additional $200 per letter.

For first-time requesters, payment must be made before the signed letter is provided. For returning requesters with an established history of payment, the payment term is Net 30.

SUBMIT YOUR REQUEST
To submit a request, please email the IGDA at visa [at] igda [dot] org with the following documentation:

• Member ID: Individual’s IGDA Member Number (if applying as a member)
• Draft Letter: A pre-drafted advisory letter in Word (.docx) or Google Doc format, detailing the petitioner’s qualifications for the specific visa (e.g., lead role, distinguished organization, national/international recognition, etc.)
• Background: Applicant’s Resume/CV and/or LinkedIn URL for review
• Supporting Evidence: Copies or links of relevant documentation, such as offer letters, news articles, award announcements, work samples, or academic records (if applicable)
• Reference Letters: A copy of any letter of recommendation if they are referenced within the pre-drafted letter
• Petition: For first-time requesters, we request a copy of the current petition in progress

All information may be submitted via requester’s preferred encrypted method. Alternatively, the IGDA can provide you with a Google Drive folder to upload materials.

Once all requested documentation has been submitted, the process is as follows:

• The IGDA reviews the draft alongside supporting materials.
• If there are no objections: the IGDA will include the Executive Director’s introduction and qualifications as an expert opinion, revise and edit the letter as necessary, and provide the final signed PDF with official IGDA letterhead.
• If insufficient information is provided: the IGDA will request additional details before proceeding.

To submit a request, please email visa [at] igda [dot] org.

FAQs

How long does it take to receive a consultation letter once you receive our request?
It takes 10 business days after a request is made if sufficient information is provided. If you need it sooner, we offer an expedited turnaround for an additional fee.

How long does it take to receive an expedited consultation letter once you receive our request?
It takes 3-5 business days after a request is made if sufficient information is provided. 

Do you require hard copies or will an electronic file suffice?
Only electronic copies will be accepted.

Is there a special cover letter we should include?
No cover letter is required.

Who do we make the check out to?
We bill to the law firm directly, so will need billing address, phone, email.  When a request comes in, you will be provided payment instructions/option.

Our client is a member of IGDA, what do you need?
You can expedite the process by providing their member number.

What if you decide that the person does not qualify for the VISA?
We only charge for letters that we issue.