— EB-2 Visa · Advanced Degree Professional

Your advanced degree, your Green Card without depending on an employer

For professionals with an advanced degree or exceptional ability whose work substantially benefits the United States, often without the need for a job offer.

5+
Years of experience (alternative)
1–3
Years of the process
0
Job offer required (NIW)

The EB-2 visa (including the NIW waiver) is a path to permanent residence for professionals with an advanced degree or exceptional ability whose work substantially benefits the United States, often without the need for a job offer.

How the Process Works
1
We evaluate your academic profile
We confirm that you hold a master’s degree, a doctorate, or a bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of progressive experience.
2
We define the right path
We determine whether you should apply through the NIW (national interest) or through the standard path with a job offer and PERM.
3
We prepare the petition
We document the impact of your work and, if applicable, the labor certification process.
4
You obtain your Green Card
Once approved, you obtain permanent residence for you, your spouse and your unmarried children under 21.
Requirements and Benefits
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Advanced degree or exceptional ability
A master’s degree, a doctorate or a bachelor’s degree with significant progressive experience.
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National interest (NIW)
No job offer or sponsoring employer required.
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Ideal for researchers
Academics, scientists and professionals specialized in their field.
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Residence flexibility
It can be filed while you live inside or outside the United States.
Does your professional profile qualify for the EB-2 Visa?

Schedule a free consultation and we will tell you whether you qualify for the NIW waiver.

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