The Extraordinary Gala — Coming January 2026

America’s most ambitious immigrants, under one roof.

The start of something extraordinary.

The Extraordinary Gala

Coming January 2026

America’s most ambitious immigrants, under one roof.

The start of something extraordinary.

Coming in January 2026

The Extraordinary Gala

An invitation-only, red-carpet evening bringing together 200 of America’s most accomplished immigrants: founders, technologists, investors, creators, and policymakers — for a night of ideas, connection, and celebration.

It's free. First of its kind. The start of something extraordinary.

Invite-only | Limited to 100 per city

Locations

One event. Two locations from coast to coast.

New York

January 23, 2026

New York

January 23, 2026

New York

January 23, 2026

San Francisco

January 30, 2026

San Francisco

January 30, 2026

San Francisco

January 30, 2026

If you’re selected to attend, here’s what awaits you:

1

Join 200 of America’s most ambitious immigrants for a one-night celebration.

2

Get free 1:1 consultations on site with top immigration lawyers & experts.

3

Network with 50+ VIP leaders — founders, technologists, researchers, CEOs, and influencers.

4

Meet your future co-founder, investor, mentor, and friend.

5

Walk the red carpet, enjoy fine dining, and celebrate global talent.

6

Gain early lifetime access to the Extraordinary Ability Club’s resources and mentors.

7

Bonus

Win the Manifest Scholarship, a free legal filing worth $9,000+.

01

Join 200 of America’s most ambitious immigrants for a one-night celebration.

02

Get free 1:1 consultations on site with top immigration lawyers & experts.

03

Network with 50+ VIP leaders — founders, technologists, researchers, CEOs, and influencers.

04

Meet your future co-founder, investor, mentor, and friend.

05

Walk the red carpet, enjoy fine dining, and celebrate global talent.

06

Gain early lifetime access to the Extraordinary Ability Club’s resources and mentors.

07 — BONUS

Win the Manifest Scholarship, a free legal filing worth $9,000+.

Invitation-only gala for the best and brightest.

From thousands of applicants, 200 exceptional individuals will be selected across two locations — San Francisco and New York.

You’ll feel right at home if you:

Work in a STEM field (engineers, data scientists, founders, product leaders, researchers, etc).

Have contributed significantly to your field (e.g. publishing papers, judging events, winning awards, etc).

Are actively looking to file for a talent visa (O-1, EB-1, or EB-2 NIW) in 2026.

Inside the Extraordinary Ability Club

Exclusive resources

Access templates, guides, and real examples used by past O-1, EB-1 and NIW recipients.

Community learning

Join live events, AMAs, and mentorship circles led by experts and visa achievers.

Real connections

Meet peers across industries, from engineers and founders to researchers and creators, all pursuing extraordinary careers.

FAQs

Still thinking about joining?

When and where is the event?

When and where is the event?

When and where is the event?

When and where is the event?

Is it really free to attend?

Is it really free to attend?

Is it really free to attend?

Is it really free to attend?

Who can join?

Who can join?

Who can join?

Who can join?

Why should I join? What are the 3 benefits?

Why should I join? What are the 3 benefits?

Why should I join? What are the 3 benefits?

Why should I join? What are the 3 benefits?

Can I attend both locations?

Can I attend both locations?

Can I attend both locations?

Can I attend both locations?

Can I join virtually?

Can I join virtually?

Can I join virtually?

Can I join virtually?

What’s the Extraordinary Ability community?

What’s the Extraordinary Ability community?

What’s the Extraordinary Ability community?

What’s the Extraordinary Ability community?

What if my application gets rejected?

What if my application gets rejected?

What if my application gets rejected?

What if my application gets rejected?

Be part of the first chapter of the Extraordinary Gala

Your journey to extraordinary starts here. America’s most ambitious immigrants, under one roof.

Attorney Advertising This website is intended for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and is no substitute for consulting a licensed attorney. Only an attorney can provide you with legal advice, and only after considering your specific facts and circumstances. You should not act on any information on this website without first seeking the advice of an attorney. Manifest Law is an association of lawyers and legal entities that have agreed to do business under a common name, which includes Manifest Legal Services LLC and Manifest Law, PLLC. The use of the name “Manifest Law” does not imply that all lawyers or legal entities within the Manifest Law family are part of a single partnership or that they are responsible for the acts or omissions of each other.  Any specific attorney-client engagement, the scope of any such attorney-client relationship, and the legal responsibility for any such engagement will be set forth in the retainer agreement entered into between the client and the relevant Manifest Law attorney(s). All legal services are conducted by licensed immigration professionals. Manifest Legal is an Arizona ABS company. This website is regulated by the Arizona Rules of Professional Conduct

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Attorney Advertising This website is intended for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and is no substitute for consulting a licensed attorney. Only an attorney can provide you with legal advice, and only after considering your specific facts and circumstances. You should not act on any information on this website without first seeking the advice of an attorney. Manifest Law is an association of lawyers and legal entities that have agreed to do business under a common name, which includes Manifest Legal Services LLC and Manifest Law, PLLC. The use of the name “Manifest Law” does not imply that all lawyers or legal entities within the Manifest Law family are part of a single partnership or that they are responsible for the acts or omissions of each other.  Any specific attorney-client engagement, the scope of any such attorney-client relationship, and the legal responsibility for any such engagement will be set forth in the retainer agreement entered into between the client and the relevant Manifest Law attorney(s). All legal services are conducted by licensed immigration professionals. Manifest Legal is an Arizona ABS company. This website is regulated by the Arizona Rules of Professional Conduct

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Attorney Advertising This website is intended for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and is no substitute for consulting a licensed attorney. Only an attorney can provide you with legal advice, and only after considering your specific facts and circumstances. You should not act on any information on this website without first seeking the advice of an attorney. Manifest Law is an association of lawyers and legal entities that have agreed to do business under a common name, which includes Manifest Legal Services LLC and Manifest Law, PLLC. The use of the name “Manifest Law” does not imply that all lawyers or legal entities within the Manifest Law family are part of a single partnership or that they are responsible for the acts or omissions of each other.  Any specific attorney-client engagement, the scope of any such attorney-client relationship, and the legal responsibility for any such engagement will be set forth in the retainer agreement entered into between the client and the relevant Manifest Law attorney(s). All legal services are conducted by licensed immigration professionals. Manifest Legal is an Arizona ABS company. This website is regulated by the Arizona Rules of Professional Conduct

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Attorney Advertising This website is intended for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and is no substitute for consulting a licensed attorney. Only an attorney can provide you with legal advice, and only after considering your specific facts and circumstances. You should not act on any information on this website without first seeking the advice of an attorney. Manifest Law is an association of lawyers and legal entities that have agreed to do business under a common name, which includes Manifest Legal Services LLC and Manifest Law, PLLC. The use of the name “Manifest Law” does not imply that all lawyers or legal entities within the Manifest Law family are part of a single partnership or that they are responsible for the acts or omissions of each other.  Any specific attorney-client engagement, the scope of any such attorney-client relationship, and the legal responsibility for any such engagement will be set forth in the retainer agreement entered into between the client and the relevant Manifest Law attorney(s). All legal services are conducted by licensed immigration professionals. Manifest Legal is an Arizona ABS company. This website is regulated by the Arizona Rules of Professional Conduct

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