EB-1A

What Is the EB-1A Extraordinary Ability Visa?

The EB-1A Extraordinary Ability Visa is a type of EB1 visa reserved for individuals who have reached the pinnacle of success in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics.

Applicants must demonstrate a level of expertise indicating that they are among the small percentage who have risen to the very top of their field. The EB1 green card process through EB-1A is unique because it allows self-petitioning without requiring employer sponsorship, and it bypasses the labor certification process, making it one of the fastest routes to permanent residency

EB2 NIW Requirements

EB-1A Required Documentation

EB-1A Visa Application Process

Step 1: Self-Petition via Form I-140

File Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker, demonstrating your extraordinary ability status under EB1 qualification

Step 2: Request Premium Processing (Optional)

You can expedite the process by submitting Form I-907 along with Form I-140 to take advantage of EB1 visa processing time reduction to just 15 calendar days.

Step 3: Compile Evidence

Gather documentation such as major award certificates, published materials, letters of recommendation, patents, contracts, and evidence of significant contributions to your field.

Step 4: Consular Processing or Adjustment of Status

If abroad, after I-140 approval complete DS-260 and attend an immigrant visa interview at a U.S. Consulate. If in the U.S., file Form I-485 to adjust status to permanent resident when a visa number is available.