Can you apply for EB-1 from outside USA?
The short answer is yes. As a matter of fact, we have successfully helped more than 1,500 clients outside the U.S. obtain their green cards based on EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) and EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver).
Can EB-1 I-140 premium processing?
Yes. You can expedite the I-140 processing time for employment-based petitions by filing Form I-907 and paying a $1,440 filing fee. This service is called Premium Processing.
Can you file a second I-140 under EB-1?
Then, his employer can file a second I-140 under the new EB-1 category. This will allow him to retain his priority date from the first petition. As soon as the new I-140 petition is approved, a visa number will become available as all countries have current priority dates for the EB-1 green card.
Can you apply for EB 1 and EB 2 at the same time?
You can apply for both the EB-1 and EB-2 green cards at the same time. Plus, there is no limit to the number of petitions you can submit for different green cards. Therefore, if you would like to increase your chances of being selected for any green card, you may want to consider filing for the EB-1 and the EB-2 simultaneously.
What do you need to port from EB2 to EB1?
If you want to port from your EB-2 to an EB-1 visa, you need to be eligible. This means you must have the qualifications for an EB-1 category, and get a job that fits these qualifications. For instance, let’s say you applied for an EB-2 green card and your I-140 got approved.
Can a green card be upgraded from EB 2 to EB 1?
Because the EB-1 waiting times are often much shorter, one thing that many of these prospective green card holders consider is EB-2 to EB-1 porting. But porting is not as simple as it sounds, it essentially involves starting again from scratch while retaining the priority date. Keep reading to find out what the process is.
How to apply for an EB-1 visa under extraordinary ability?
If you are filing for an EB-1 visa under extraordinary ability, you may file Form I-140 for yourself, and you may be eligible to file I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.
You can apply for both the EB-1 and EB-2 green cards at the same time. Plus, there is no limit to the number of petitions you can submit for different green cards. Therefore, if you would like to increase your chances of being selected for any green card, you may want to consider filing for the EB-1 and the EB-2 simultaneously.
What do I need to file for USCIS Form I-140?
Multinational Manager or Executive: Your U.S. employer must file USCIS Form I-140, Petition for Alien Worker. As part of the application process, your employer must be able to demonstrate a continuing ability to pay the offered wage as of the priority date.
How to apply for EB-2 employment based immigration?
Please visit the Employment-Based Immigration: Second Preference EB-2 page for more information. Provide all required evidence and supporting documentation. Want status updates about your case? Learn how to create a USCIS online account to stay informed. Once we receive your Form I-140, we will process your petition, and you will receive a: