The road not random: Why Indian professionals are eyeing the O-1 visa over the H-1B lottery

Faced with the uncertainty of the H-1B lottery, many Indian professionals are turning to the O-1 visa — a merit-based, uncapped route to the US that rewards documented excellence over chance. From entrepreneurs to researchers, this “genius visa” is redefining how talent crosses borders, offering a clearer path to long-term opportunity and recognition.