The EB-1 visa is designed for individuals with extraordinary abilities in science, arts, education, business, or athletics; outstanding professors and researchers; and certain multinational executives or managers.
For more details, visit the EB-1 Employment-Based First Preference Visa page.
The EB-2 visa is intended for individuals with an advanced degree (beyond a bachelor’s) or those with exceptional abilities in their field.
Learn more on the EB-2 Employment-Based Second Preference Visa page.
The EB-3 visa is available for skilled workers, professionals, and other workers who have a valid job offer from a U.S. employer. Skilled workers must have at least two years of experience, while professionals need a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent.
For more details, visit the EB-3 Employment-Based Third Preference Visa page.
The EB-4 visa is reserved for special immigrants, including religious workers, broadcasters, members of the U.S. armed forces, certain employees of U.S. government agencies abroad, and others who meet specific criteria.
More information can be found on the EB-4 Employment-Based Fourth Preference Visa page.
The EB-5 visa allows foreign investors to obtain a green card by investing a significant amount of capital (typically $800,000 or $1,050,000, depending on the location) in a U.S. business that creates or preserves at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers.
Learn more on the EB-5 Employment-Based Fifth Preference Visa page.
Choosing the right visa category depends on your qualifications, professional background, and whether you have a sponsoring employer in the U.S. Consulting with an immigration attorney can help determine the best option for your situation.
For general information about employment-based visas, visit the Employment-Based Visas page.
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