The EB1 Extraordinary Ability Green Card (EB1-1, or EB1-A) is a permanent visa option for individuals in the arts, sciences, education, business or athletics who can demonstrate sustained acclaim at the “very top” of their field.

Qualified EB1 candidates do not require a US employer sponsor. Moreover, EB1 petitions have priority over all other types of Employment-Based Green Card petitions. So, they are first in line in the annual quota system for green cards.

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The EB1 Multinational Executive or Manager Green Card category is for mid- to high-level executives or managers who transfer from a firm outside the US to an affiliated company in the US. They must also meet certain other requirements. more »

The EB1 Outstanding Professor or Researcher Green Card category may be a viable option for individuals who have professional achievements significantly higher than others in their field. This EB1 green card category, unlike the EB1 Extraordinary Ability, requires an offer of employment from a US employer. It also requires a tenure-track or comparable permanent position. more »

The NOVEMBER 2023 Visa Bulletin summarizes the availability of immigrant visa numbers during November for “Final Action Dates” and “Dates for Filing Applications.” These indicate when the Visa Office (VO) should notify immigrant visa (IV) applicants to submit required documentation regarding Employment-Based Priority Dates (FB). more »