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EB-2 NIW Program
A direct pathway to a U.S. Green Card for professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional abilities.
No employer sponsorship or labor certification (PERM) requiredSelf-petition allowedIncludes spouse and unmarried children under 21Faster processing compared to regular EB-2
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Sponsor Needed
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Path to PR
EB-2 NIW pathway
No employer sponsorship or labor certification (PERM) required
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Key Benefits
No employer sponsorship or labor certification (PERM) required
Self-petition allowed
Includes spouse and unmarried children under 21
Faster processing compared to regular EB-2
Direct pathway to Permanent Residency (Green Card)
Eligibility Requirements
- 1Advanced Degree (Master's or higher) OR Exceptional Ability in sciences, arts, or business
- 2Proposed endeavor has substantial merit and national importance
- 3Applicant is well-positioned to advance the endeavor
- 4Beneficial to waive the job offer and labor certification requirements
Application Process
1
Initial Profile Assessment
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2
Document Gathering & Case Strategy
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3
Drafting of Support Letters & Business Plan (if applicable)
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4
I-140 Petition Filing with USCIS
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5
Adjustment of Status or Consular Processing
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6
Green Card Approval
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