Employment and investment-based visas allow foreign professionals and investors to obtain permanent residence in the United States (Green Card) through their skills, academic background, professional experience, or invested capital.
The EB-1 is intended for individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, multinational executives, or outstanding professors/researchers.
Professionals with national or international recognition in their field
Executives or managers transferred from a multinational company
Professors and researchers with proven academic distinction
Self-petition possible (no job offer required, in some cases)
Faster process, no labor certification (PERM) required
For professionals with an advanced degree (master’s or higher) or exceptional ability in sciences, arts, or business.
Professionals with a master’s, doctorate, or equivalent experience
Individuals with proven exceptional ability in their field
A variation of the EB-2 that waives the job offer and labor certification requirements when the professional’s work is considered in the national interest of the U.S.
Professionals whose work significantly benefits the U.S. (e.g., research, technology, healthcare)
Entrepreneurs and specialists who don’t need employer sponsorship
Intended for skilled workers, professionals, and unskilled workers who have a permanent job offer in the U.S.
Skilled workers with at least 2 years of experience or training
Professionals with a bachelor’s degree
Unskilled workers with a valid job offer
Investor visa granting a Green Card to those who make a qualified investment (starting at $800,000) in a job-creating U.S. project.
Investors willing to commit capital to approved businesses or regional center projects
Green Card extends to spouse and unmarried children under 21
