Eligibility: The EB-1A visa is designed for individuals demonstrating extraordinary ability in fields such as sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, validated by sustained national and international acclaim. Applicants are not required to have a specific job offer at the time of application but must intend to continue working in their field upon arrival in the United States.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated recognition from experts in the field, placing the applicant in the top 1%.
• Evidence of significant original contributions in the field, supported by meeting at least three of the following criteria:
  • National and/or international prizes or awards for excellence.
  • Membership in associations requiring outstanding achievements.
  • Published material in professional or major media outlets.
  • Participation as a judge of others’ work.
  • Authorship of scholarly articles.
  • Display of work in artistic exhibitions.
  • Leading roles in distinguished organizations.
  • High salary or remuneration compared to peers.
  • Commercial successes in the performing arts.

Validity:

• The Permanent Residence card typically expires after 10 years, renewable before expiration.
• Conditional permanent resident card may be granted initially, expiring after 2 years, subject to removal of conditions by USCIS.

Family Members: Spouses and children under 21 qualify as derivative beneficiaries of an approved I-140 petition.

Jurisdiction: EB-1A petitions are processed directly with USCIS, subject to priority dates. After I-140 approval, applicants may choose to adjust status within the US or undergo consular processing overseas.

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