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Qualified professionals, with long experience in their areas of expertise, can also seek housing through EB1 visas. For this, it is necessary, in addition to proven qualification and experience, a history of contributions and recognition throughout the career.

Professionals in the arts, sports, business, physicians, lawyers or scientists who have made major contributions to society, who fit into this modality, can apply for the EB1.

There are three categories for the EB1. The EB1-A is aimed at professionals with extraordinary skills; EB-1B, for teachers and researchers; and EB-1C, for executives. Having proof of a previous job offer is important, especially for the latter two types.

This type of visa, also known as a Green Card, grants permanent residency. This means that if you receive it, you can stay in the US indefinitely under your green card status. If you would like to apply for U.S. citizenship, you may do so after 5 years of continuous residence as a green cardholder.

An alien with extraordinary abilities has proven that they are above the other people in their field and that they are generally successful in their endeavors. Since these people have proven to be successful in the past, it is likely that they might also become assets in the future.

First (EB-1) Visa

Persons with extraordinary abilities in the fields of science, the arts, education, business or sports. They must have international recognition. It does not require a job offer.

Outstanding professors or researchers, with recognized international prestige in their field. It requires three years of experience and a job offer.

Executives or senior managers of multinationals, with at least three years of experience and one of them in the same company (or group of companies) that sponsors the residency.

The EB1 “Extraordinary Skills” visa was somewhat misnamed the “Einstein Visa”, but you don`t have to be an “Einstein” in your career to get the visa.

In fact, professionals with extraordinary skills are those who can somehow demonstrate and prove through careful documentation their “out of the ordinary” skills in their area of expertise, which have broad national or international recognition, evidence of publications on a career in major media outlets, evidence of receiving national or international awards for excellence in their area of expertise.

The EB1 “Extraordinary Skills” visa was somewhat misnamed the “Einstein Visa”, but you don`t have to be an “Einstein” in your career to get the visa.

In fact, professionals with extraordinary skills are those who can somehow demonstrate and prove through careful documentation their “out of the ordinary” skills in their area of ​​expertise, which have broad national or international recognition, evidence of publications on a career in major media outlets, evidence of receiving national or international awards for excellence in their area of ​​expertise.

EB-1B Visa

Concept: Visa for professors and researchers with extraordinary skills or achievement

Requirements: Job offer; and achievement of high distinction prize (e.g. Nobel) or fulfill 2 of the 6 requirements below:

Having received an award from a national or international entity accredited in its area of ​​expertise;

Be a member of an accredited national or international entity;

Have academic material published in which it is mentioned because of its work;

Have an original contribution in your field of expertise;

Participation in events where you have judged the work of others;

Show evidence of your academic production

Concession: In case the application is approved, the applicant will receive a Green Card

Applicant: The extraordinary skill holder

Beneficiaries: Claimant, married spouse and children under 21

EB-1C Visa

Concept: Visa for a multinational company executive with extraordinary skills.

Requirements: The Executive must demonstrate present job offer;

Must have been working for a branch branch or company linked to the job offerer for at least 1 year considering the last 3 years prior to filing the application;

Your job description compatible with the position to be filled.

The company that will sponsor the executive`s trip must meet the following requirements:

American employer operating abroad through branches, branches or related companies;

It must have been operating in the United States for at least 1 year from the date of filing the application; and

It should be operational in the United States and in at least one other country on an uninterrupted basis.

Concession: In case the application is approved, the applicant will receive a green card.

Applicant: The executive.

Beneficiaries: Claimant, married spouse and children under 21.

How can I get a work visa for the United States?

All applicants for H, L, O, P and Q visas must have a petition in their name approved by USCIS. The petition, Form I-129, must be approved before you can apply for a work visa at the United States Embassy.

How long is the work visa in the United States?

The temporary worker visa only enables you to work in specific occupations for a limited period (generally three years). His family may live there, even study, but he does not work.

How to get a Green Card with a work visa?

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The first step is for the employer to submit a labor certification or application (ETA-750) to the Department of Labor. This is a test in the national labor market. They determine if an American or someone who is already a resident can do the job. If not, the foreigner is authorized.

How long does residency for employment take?

Your work permit will arrive in approximately five months, or up to seven months in some cases, after the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) receives your work permit application.

What is needed to process the work visa?

Online: Start your application online, print and enter in person.

On-site: At the Institute`s paperwork service office that corresponds to the interested party`s domicile.

What happens if I work in the United States on a tourist visa?

The short answer is "no", you cannot work in the United States on a tourist visa. ... If you want to keep your visa, the best thing is that you do not see yourself involved in any illegal activity according to the laws of that country.

How long does the Green Card take after the work permit?

Once you receive your USCIS work permit, it could take anywhere from 5 to 43 months to receive your Green Card depending on your eligibility category and which USCIS service center or office handles your request.

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