Knowledge Base
EB-1 / NIW Knowledge Base
Qualified scientific researchers can apply a green card without regard to the availability of a U.S. worker. Additionally, scientific researchers have the option of “self-filing” for a green card without the need for employer sponsorship.
There are 3 primary categories in which scientific researchers can apply for a green card:
EB-1A Extraordinary Ability Alien
- Self-filing is permitted.
- Must establish you are among the small percentage of researchers at the very top of your field.
EB-1B Outstanding Professors and Researchers
- Requires Employer Sponsorship for a Tenured or Permanent Research Position
- Must establish you have received international recognition for outstanding research accomplishments.
EB-2 National Interest Waiver
- Self-filing is permitted.
- Must establish your research accomplishments have had a degree of influence on your field as a whole above and beyond and the substantial majority of others.