11/11(Mon) EB-1 Visa
The EB-1 visa is a category of U.S. employment-based immigration visas granted to individuals with extraordinary abilities, outstanding achievements, or exceptional skills in certain fields.
The EB-1 visa is highly sought after because it provides a path to permanent residency (a “green card”) and often has faster processing times compared to other employment-based visas.
The EB-1 category has three main subcategories:
1. EB-1A: Extraordinary Ability
• This is for individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary ability in fields like the arts, sciences, business, education, or athletics.
• Candidates do not need a job offer or employer sponsorship, but they must provide evidence of sustained national or international acclaim, such as awards, publications, or major contributions to their field.
2. EB-1B: Outstanding Professors and Researchers
• This is for professors or researchers recognized internationally for their academic achievements in a particular field.
• Applicants typically need at least three years of teaching or research experience and must have a job offer from a U.S. university or qualifying research institution.
3. EB-1C: Multinational Managers and Executives
• This is for managers or executives who have been working for a multinational company outside the United States and are transferred to a U.S. branch, affiliate, or subsidiary of the company.
• To qualify, they must have been employed by the company outside the U.S. for at least one year in the three years preceding the application.
The EB-1 visa is a preference category, meaning applicants have priority over other employment-based visa categories, often making it a faster path to permanent residency.
This visa is popular among high achievers because of its streamlined process and relatively fewer requirements for labor certification compared to other visa categories.
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