The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offers many citizenship opportunities for foreigners interested in living and working in the country. The government agency is particularly interested in those who can use their specialty talents for the betterment of the United States economy. That is why there exists the EB-1 visa, otherwise known as the employment-based immigration first preference visa. Namely, within this visa type are the subcategories EB-1A, EB-1B, and EB-1C. Continue reading to learn more about the EB-1B visa and how an experienced work authorization permit lawyer in Milwaukee, WI, at Sesini Law Group, S.C., can help your application for one.
What is an EB-1B visa and how do I apply for one?
Simply put, an EB-1B visa is exclusively designated for foreigners who are considered to be outstanding professors and researchers. Specifically, there are strict eligibility criteria that must be met for this visa type, and they read as follows:
- The foreigner must demonstrate international recognition for their outstanding achievements in a particular academic field, such as:
- They must have received major awards or prizes for achievements.
- They must have had their work published in a professional publication written by others.
- They must have been recognized as a judge of the work of others in their field.
- The foreigner must demonstrate at least three years of experience in teaching or researching in a particular academic field.
- The foreigner must demonstrate an intention to pursue tenure-track teaching or research at a university, institution of higher education, or private employer.
Therefore, if you believe you have the evidence to back up these eligibility criteria, you may proceed and ask your sponsoring United States employer to file Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker. Soon after, you may apply to adjust your status if you are already in the United States (i.e., Form I-485, Adjustment of Status Application) or apply using consular processing at a United States Embassy or Consulate if you are abroad (i.e., Form DS-160, Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).
What are the other subcategories of the EB-1 visa?
To reiterate, the other subcategories within the EB-1 visa type besides EB-1B are EB-1A and EB-1C. For one, EB-1A is meant for foreigners who are considered to have an extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics. Secondly, EB-1C is meant for certain foreigners who are considered to be multinational managers or executives. Nonetheless, the process for applying for these visas is similar to that for the EB-1B.
In conclusion, if you still need a nudge in the right direction, you should feel comfortable turning to one of the skilled Wisconsin immigration attorneys. With that being said, do not hesitate to get in touch with Sesini Law Group, S.C.