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 »

Priority Dates are cut-off numbers that determine Immigrant Visa (permanent visa, or green card) availability in the numerically limited United States Immigrant Visa (IV) categories. more »

The JANUARY 2026 Visa Bulletin summarizes the availability of immigrant visa numbers during January 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 »