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EB-1A Extraordinary Ability

For individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics

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Overview

The EB-1A classification is reserved for individuals who demonstrate extraordinary ability through sustained national or international acclaim. This is the fastest path to a green card — no labor certification or employer sponsor required. Every matter begins with a candid eligibility and risk review, followed by a written filing strategy tailored to your facts and timeline.

Our Process

  1. 1

    Initial case assessment and eligibility review

  2. 2

    Strategic evidence gathering and documentation

  3. 3

    Petition drafting with compelling legal arguments

  4. 4

    Filing with USCIS (premium processing available)

  5. 5

    RFE response if needed

  6. 6

    Approval and next steps

Eligibility

  • Sustained national or international acclaim
  • Meet 3 of 10 USCIS criteria (or comparable evidence)
  • Original contributions of major significance
  • Published scholarly articles
  • Judging the work of others
  • High salary relative to field

What to Prepare

These are common intake documents. Exact requirements depend on your case details.

  • Detailed CV with role progression and leadership scope
  • Publication list, citation report, and impact metrics
  • Evidence of major awards, judging, memberships, and media coverage
  • Recommendation letters from independent field experts
  • Proof of sustained acclaim, not one-time achievements

What to Expect

We set realistic expectations early and keep you informed at each milestone.

  • USCIS reviews both the quality and relevance of each exhibit
  • RFEs are possible even in strong cases and require a timely response
  • Processing timelines vary by service center workload and policy shifts

Why Choose Us

  • Deep experience preparing complex EB-1A records
  • Specialized knowledge of tech and STEM fields
  • Proven RFE defense strategies
  • Candid case viability analysis before filing

Client Success Stories

EB-1A Approved for Software Architect After RFE
EB-1A

EB-1A Approved for Software Architect After RFE

Our client, a senior software architect at a major Silicon Valley company, had limited academic publications — a common concern for industry professionals applying under EB-1A. Their initial self-filed petition received an RFE questioning 4 of the 6 claimed extraordinary ability criteria. With the response deadline approaching, the client came to us for help.

Result: Approved·6 months
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AI Researcher Approved Without Traditional Publications
EB-1A

AI Researcher Approved Without Traditional Publications

A machine learning engineer at a top-tier tech company wanted to apply for EB-1A but was concerned about their non-traditional academic profile. While they had significant industry achievements — including key patents, conference presentations, and contributions to widely-used AI frameworks — they lacked the traditional publication record that many EB-1A applicants rely on.

Result: Approved·4 months
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Important Legal Notice: Information on this page is general and not legal advice. Case outcomes depend on your facts, evidence quality, and government adjudication.

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