- EB1A: Employment-Based Immigration for Individuals of Extraordinary Ability
- EB2 NIW: Employment-Based Immigration for Advanced Degree Holders and Exceptional Ability Professionals
- Post-Approval Services for Consular Processing of Immigrant Visas and Green Cards
- Adjustment of Status (Form I-485): Process for Changing to Permanent Resident Status
- Temporary Employment Authorization (Form I-765): Request to Work While Your Application is Pending
- Application for Travel Document: Advance Parole (Form I-131)
EB1A: Employment-Based Immigration for Individuals of Extraordinary Ability
Introduction
The EB1A visa category is designed for individuals who demonstrate extraordinary ability in their field, which includes sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics. This category does not require a job offer or labor certification, making it a popular choice for high-achieving professionals.
Who Can Apply:
Individuals with extraordinary ability in their field, demonstrated through sustained national or international acclaim.
This include, but is not limited to researchers, artists, athletes, business executives, and educators.
Process Details:
Filing Form I-140: The primary application form for EB1A is Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker, which must be filed with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Required Documents:
Evidence of extraordinary ability (e.g., awards, publications, media coverage).
Detailed resume or curriculum vitae.
Letters of recommendation from experts in the field.
Form I-140 and associated filing fees.
Fees:
USCIS filing fee for Form I-140: $715.
USCIS Asylum Program Fee $300
Additional costs may include legal fees, costs for gathering evidence, and optional premium processing $2,805.
Benefits:
