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EB-1 Extraordinary Ability Visa: The Fast Track to a U.S.
Green Card
By Elwaleed Ahmed, Esq.
Licensed Attorney in New York since 2008 | 18+ Years of Immigration Law
Experience
Introduction
For individuals who have achieved a high level of
recognition in their field, the EB-1 Extraordinary Ability Visa
offers one of the fastest and most direct paths to U.S. permanent residency.
Unlike many other visas, it does not require a job offer or employer
sponsorship—you can petition for yourself.
Over nearly two decades of practice, I have helped
professionals, researchers, artists, athletes, and entrepreneurs navigate this
process successfully, securing 10-year Green Cards for them and their
families.
Why the EB-1 Visa Stands Out
The EB-1 visa is often described as the “extraordinary
ability green card” because it is designed for those who have risen to the
top of their profession. Some key advantages include:
- ✅
Self-petition option – no employer or sponsor required.
- ✅
Premium processing available – receive results in as little as 15
days.
- ✅
Family eligibility – spouses and children are included in the
application.
- ✅
Direct path to a 10-year Green Card – with fewer hurdles compared
to other categories.
Step-by-Step Process
- Prepare
and file Form I-140 with evidence of extraordinary ability.
- Choose
premium processing (optional) to expedite review to two weeks.
- Receive
USCIS approval – your case is forwarded to the National Visa Center
(NVC).
- Attend
your consular interview (or adjust status if already in the U.S.).
- Obtain
your 10-year Green Card and begin your life in the United States.
Who Qualifies?
There are two main qualification routes:
1. Major International Award
If you have received a prestigious award such as the Nobel
Prize, this alone may qualify you.
2. Meeting Three of Ten Criteria
For applicants without a single international award, USCIS
requires proof of at least three of the following:
- Evidence
of lesser nationally or internationally recognized prizes/awards.
- Membership
in associations requiring outstanding achievement.
- Published
material about your work in major media or journals.
- Original
contributions of major significance in your field.
- Authorship
of scholarly or professional articles.
- Display
of work in exhibitions or showcases.
- Leadership
or critical role in distinguished organizations.
- High
salary compared to others in the field.
- Commercial
success in the performing arts.
- Judging
the work of others in your field.
Why Act Now?
Given increasing global competition and changing U.S.
immigration policies, securing an EB-1 visa today may be easier than
waiting until regulations become stricter. For professionals at the top of
their field, this is a rare opportunity to gain permanent residency quickly
and efficiently.
Final Thoughts
The EB-1 Extraordinary Ability Visa is more than just an
immigration pathway—it is recognition of your professional achievements and
your value to the United States. With its flexibility, speed, and family
benefits, it remains one of the most powerful options for qualified
applicants.
📌 About the Author
Elwaleed Ahmed is a New York-licensed immigration attorney with over 18
years of experience. His practice focuses on helping individuals and families
achieve their American dream through the EB-1 and other U.S. immigration
pathways.
