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Visas, Borders & Burners: What Artists Need to Know About Travel to the US

Mirror Bar

Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 12:00 PM

Moderator:

Will Spitz, Attorney, CoveyLaw/Tamizdat

International artists have long struggled with the cost and complexity of US artist visas, which every year seem to get more expensive, slower, and less reliable. With the Trump administration’s changes in immigration law and enforcement, many artists are worried about doing everything right—and what could go wrong even if they do. This panel brings together a leading arts immigration attorney and an artist with firsthand experience with the process to discuss strategies for making the process as stress-free and affordable as possible.

Will Spitz

Will Spitz

Attorney, CoveyLaw/Tamizdat

Jess McAvoy

Jess McAvoy

Performance Artist & Songwriter

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