EB-2 NIW Visa
A Fast Track to U.S. Residency for Exceptional Talent
The EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) is a special Green Card category for individuals who have exceptional abilities or advanced degrees and whose work benefits the national interest of the United States. This visa option allows qualified applicants to bypass the traditional labor certification process.
WHO’S QUALIFIED
• Professionals with advanced degrees (master’s degree or higher) or a bachelor’s degree plus five years of progressive experience in their field.
• Individuals with exceptional abilities in the sciences, arts, or business.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
To qualify for a National Interest Waiver, applicants must prove that their work serves the national interest of the United States. Key factors include:
Substantial Merit and National Importance
The applicant's work must have a positive and broad impact, such as in public health, economic development, or scientific research.
Well-Positioned to Advance the Work
The applicant must demonstrate that they are highly qualified to carry out the proposed work based on education, skills, and accomplishments.
Beneficial to Waive Labor Certification
The applicant must show that their contribution is so significant that requiring a traditional job offer and labor certification would be unnecessary.
BENEFITS
• No need for a job offer or employer sponsorship.
• Faster and more flexible path to permanent residency.
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