EB-1A Extraordinary Ability Immigration

Suitable for:

For professionals with outstanding achievements in science, education, business, medicine, arts, or sports.

Criteria: 

Sustained achievements in the field, meeting at least 3 out of 10 USCIS criteria (awards, media reports, publications, judging works of others, original contributions, critical roles, etc.), and ability to continue work in the U.S. with national benefit.

Advantages:

No employer sponsorship or labor certification required; fastest route to a green card.


Typical applicants:

Researchers, physicians, artists, executives, innovative professionals.