Do You Qualify? EB-2 NIW Visa Requirements Breakdown
Applying for an EB-2 NIW visa requires demonstrating your eligibility under specific legal criteria. Here’s what you need to know about the visa requirements:
1. Eligibility Criteria
You must qualify under one of two categories:
Advanced Degree:
A master’s degree or higher, or a bachelor’s degree plus at least five years of progressive experience in your field.
Exceptional Ability:
Demonstrated expertise in sciences, arts, or business, which needs to be significantly above what is usually seen in their field. It requires fulfilling at least three of the following criteria:
- Official academic record showing that you have a degree, diploma, certificate, or similar award from a college, university, school, or other institution of learning relating to your area of exceptional ability
- Letters documenting at least ten years of full-time experience in your occupation
- A license to practice your profession or certification for your profession or occupation
- Evidence that you have commanded a salary or other remuneration for services that demonstrates your exceptional ability
2. National Interest Waiver (NIW) Criteria
Your application must satisfy the Matter of Dhanasar framework, which includes:
- The proposed endeavor has both substantial merit and national importance.
- You are well-positioned to advance the proposed endeavor.
- Waiving the requirements of a job offer and, thus, labor certification would benefit the United States.
At Raju Law, we specialize in helping clients compile strong petitions that meet these requirements.
