Persons of extraordinary ability (EB-1A) may become US permanent residents without undergoing the labor certification process. In fact, such persons do not need an employer to submit a petition to the USCIS on their behalf since they are permitted to “self-petition”. Such persons must be able to demonstrate extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, […]
EB1 priority workers include: 1. Persons of Extraordinary Ability Persons of extraordinary ability must be able to demonstrate extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics through sustained national or international acclaim. 2. Outstanding Professors and Researchers Outstanding professors and researchers must demonstrate international recognition for outstanding achievements in a particular academic field. […]
Recently, a couple retained our law firm to help them with two different issues. The wife was a physician who needed a J waiver. The husband had a Ph.D. in Physics and was working as a J-1 post-doctoral researcher. Any chance he could qualify for an EB-1 green card? We were able to help the […]
