Talent based immigration options
Several U.S. immigration categories are designed for professionals, researchers, entrepreneurs, and individuals with significant expertise or accomplishments. This is a short overview of the main options. PetitionMatcher currently focuses on EB-2 NIW.
EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW)
EB-2 NIW may allow qualified professionals to pursue permanent residence based on work that has substantial merit and national importance, without the usual employer sponsored labor certification process when the NIW requirements are satisfied.
EB-1A Extraordinary Ability
EB-1A is an immigrant category for individuals who can demonstrate sustained acclaim and a high level of achievement in their field. It can cover areas such as science, business, education, arts, and athletics.
EB-1A matching is planned for a future version of PetitionMatcher. The current matcher is for EB-2 NIW.
O-1A Extraordinary Ability
O-1A is a temporary U.S. work visa category for individuals with extraordinary ability in fields such as science, education, business, and athletics.
O-1A matching may be added in a future version of PetitionMatcher. It is not currently available.
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