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What percentage of O-1 visas will go to Chinese nationals between July 1 and September 30, 2020, inclusive?

Multiple choice Opened 17 June 2020 Closed 28 September 2020 Resolved 21 October 2020 68 forecasts 51 forecasters

Context. O-1 is a category of U.S. visas for individuals with extraordinary ability or achievement in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics. The initial authorized period of stay is up to three years, with the possibility of extension.

Data and resolution details. This question is based on U.S. Department of State data. The Department of State provides monthly statistics on nonimmigrant visa issuances. This question resolves when the Department of State publishes O-1 visa statistics for September 2020. This question includes visas for Mainland China only, not Taiwan. The year-quarters on the X-axis below are based on the calendar year, not the government fiscal year. 

 

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Outcome

Answer Final crowd forecast Resolution
Less than 2% 12% Happened
Between 2% and 4% inclusive 41% Did not happen
More than 4% but less than or equal to 6% 31% Did not happen
More than 6% but less than or equal to 8% 12% Did not happen
More than 8% 4% Did not happen

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