Welcome to the gateway for Outstanding Researchers and Professors aspiring to relocate to the United States. Embrace the possibilities offered by the EB1-2 visa, also known as the EB1-B visa, designed exclusively for individuals of international renown in their academic spheres.
Eligibility Criteria for Application
You are eligible to apply for the EB1-2 Visa if you are coming to the US for research or teaching at a college, university, or for a private employer. If sponsored by a private employer, they must demonstrate substantial achievements and employ a minimum of 3 full-time researchers.
Being categorized as "Outstanding" implies that your contributions in a specific academic area have garnered international recognition. To qualify, you must showcase a minimum of 3 years of teaching or research experience in your designated academic field. Your objective in entering the US should be to pursue either tenure or a tenure-track teaching position or a comparable research role at a university, institution of higher education, or a private employer. It's imperative to satisfy at least 2 of the 6 criteria outlined below and provide an offer of employment from the prospective US employer.
Being categorized as "Outstanding" implies that your contributions in a specific academic area have garnered international recognition. To qualify, you must showcase a minimum of 3 years of teaching or research experience in your designated academic field. Your objective in entering the US should be to pursue either tenure or a tenure-track teaching position or a comparable research role at a university, institution of higher education, or a private employer. It's imperative to satisfy at least 2 of the 6 criteria outlined below and provide an offer of employment from the prospective US employer.
Six USCIS Criteria Demonstrating Outstanding Professor or Researcher Status:
To demonstrate international recognition, applicants must satisfy at least two of the following six USCIS requirements:
- Major Honors or Prizes: Provide evidence of significant awards or major prizes for outstanding achievements in your academic field.
- Membership in Prestigious Organizations: Showcase your affiliation/membership with organizations that require exceptional success.
- Academic Writing and Publications: Present proof of published materials about your work through other academic writings and professional publications.
- Judging Experience: Participation as an individual or panel judge in the work of others in the same or related academic field.
- Innovative Research Contributions: Demonstrate your contribution to innovative scientific or scholarly research in your field.
- Authorship of Scholarly Publications: Authorship of scholarly books, publications, or articles in scholarly journals with international circulation in your academic domain.
Documentary Evidence
For a successful EB1-2 Visa application, provide a minimum of two of the following comparable evidence that demonstrates international recognition:
In addition to the above, Additional Required Evidence include:
- Proof of Major Awards or Prizes: Showcase awards of significant importance in your academic field.
- Proof of Professional Memberships: Display your affiliation with professional organizations that demand remarkable achievements.
- Proof of Academic Writings and Publications: Include copies of your writings and published material in professional journals.
- Proof of Judging Experience: Provide evidence of your participation as a judge, either individually or on a panel, in your academic or related field.
- Proof of Scholarly Research Contributions: Include copies of your research or original scientific contributions.
- Proof of Authorship of Recognized Publications: Demonstrate authorship of internationally recognized scholarly articles or books.
In addition to the above, Additional Required Evidence include:
- Reference Letters: Letters from previous employers validating your minimum three years of experience.
- Job Position Documentation: job offer, a letter or contract outlining the requirement for a permanent researcher in a tenured or tenure-track teaching position.
- Private Employer Criteria: Evidence of the private employer's substantial research achievements, employment of at least three full-time researchers, and intent to hire you for permanent research work.
- Continuation of Research or Teaching: Evidence illustrating your commitment to continue research or teaching in the US.
An EB1-2 visa extends benefits to your family. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 can pursue immigrant status under the E-14 (spouse) and E-15 (children) categories. Eligibility for US Citizenship is attainable after 5 years of continuous residence, allowing Green Card holders the flexibility to travel in and out of the US.
Navigating the intricacies of the EB1-2 visa demands meticulous documentation and application screening. Ensure a seamless application process by enlisting the expertise of an accomplished immigration attorney. Our team specializes in optimizing your application, ensuring compliance with all prerequisites, and steering your path toward success. Your American dream awaits – let us guide you there.