EB-1 Immigrant Visa (Employment-Based First Preference)

The EB-1 Visa is an employment-based immigrant visa for individuals with exceptional achievements or leadership roles in their fields. It is designed for individuals with extraordinary ability, outstanding professors or researchers, and multinational executives and managers who seek permanent residence in the United States.

Key Features of the EB-1 Visa:

• Visa Categories: The EB-1 visa is divided into three subcategories:
  • EB-1A: Individuals with extraordinary ability in fields such as science, arts, education, business, or athletics.
  • EB-1B: Outstanding professors and researchers recognized internationally for their academic achievements.
  • EB-1C: Multinational executives or managers who have worked abroad for a qualifying organization and are being transferred to a U.S. branch or affiliate.
• Extraordinary Ability (EB-1A): Applicants must demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim through evidence such as awards, major publications, media coverage, membership in professional associations, or significant contributions to their field. A U.S. job offer is not required for EB-1A applicants, allowing them to self-petition.
• Outstanding Professors and Researchers (EB-1B): Applicants must have at least three years of teaching or research experience and must be recognized internationally for their academic work. They must have a permanent job offer from a U.S. institution in a tenure-track or comparable research position.
• Multinational Executives and Managers (EB-1C): This category is for executives or managers who have worked outside the U.S. for at least one year in the past three years for a qualifying multinational company. The applicant must be coming to the U.S. to work in a managerial or executive capacity for the same employer or an affiliate.
• No Labor Certification Required: Unlike other employment-based visa categories, the EB-1 visa does not require a PERM Labor Certification. This makes it a faster route to permanent residency for highly qualified applicants.
• Visa Availability: The EB-1 category typically experiences shorter processing times and less backlog compared to other employment-based categories, making it a preferred choice for top-tier professionals.
• Green Card Process: Once Form I-140 (Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker) is approved, applicants may file for Adjustment of Status (Form I-485) if they are already in the U.S., or apply through Consular Processing if outside the country.
• Dependents: Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may accompany EB-1 principal applicants under the EB-1 derivative category and apply for green cards as dependents.
• Evidence and Documentation: Applicants must provide strong supporting evidence, such as recommendation letters, published work, citations, patents, leadership roles, and other documentation demonstrating exceptional achievement.

The EB-1 visa offers a direct pathway to U.S. permanent residency for top professionals, executives, and academics recognized for their exceptional achievements. At Visa2Migrate, we help applicants compile strong evidence packages, file petitions correctly, and navigate every step of the process.