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Why Can Immigrants And Temporary Workers Face Removal From The United States? There are a number of circumstances that could lead to deportation or removal. The most common reasons immigrants or foreign visitors are deported include: These are the main reasons by which removal or deportation proceedings would be initiated. Other reasons for removal from … Read more

As you explore the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) immigration pathway, it’s essential to understand the advantages of self-petitioning compared to employer-petitioning. While both employer-sponsored and self-petitioned NIWs can lead to a green card, the self-petitioning route offers unique benefits that can give you greater control and flexibility in your immigration journey.  The Key Benefits of Self-Petitioned NIWs  Autonomy  Self-petitioning … Read more

If you’re looking into the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) immigration pathway, you may have heard that you must have academic publications to qualify. But is that really true?   Many potential petitioners have misconceptions about the necessity of publications to qualify for NIW – while publications can be helpful in demonstrating that you are well … Read more

For Indian professionals seeking permanent residency in the United States, strategic planning can help reduce the years-long wait for a Green Card. One such strategy is filing for an EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) to establish an earlier priority date, and then using that priority date later when filing an EB-1A petition.  This strategic approach involves filing … Read more

The EB-2 NIW offers foreign professionals a unique opportunity to bypass the labor certification process by demonstrating the substantial benefits of their work to the United States. While the first two Dhanasar prongs establish the merit and positioning of the petitioner, the third prong requires a delicate balancing act that demonstrates why the United States would … Read more

Are you well positioned to advance your proposed endeavor? The second prong of Dhanasar addresses this question, focusing on the petitioner and their ability to achieve their endeavor.  NIW Eligibility Criteria: The Three Prong Test  The EB-2 NIW offers foreign professionals a unique opportunity to bypass the labor certification process by demonstrating the substantial benefits of their work … Read more

In 2016, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) issued a landmark decision in Matter of Dhanasar. This decision overturned the prior precedent decision of NYSDOT and established new guidelines for determining whether an EB-2 visa petitioner is eligible for a National Interest Waiver.  This post explores the first prong of the Dhanasar framework: demonstrating that … Read more

The Employment-Based First Preference Extraordinary Ability (EB-1A) visa is reserved for individuals with extraordinary ability in science, art, education, business, or athletics. “Extraordinary ability” means having sustained national or international acclaim, which can be demonstrated by meeting three of ten criteria. Navigating the complex criteria for an EB-1A visa can be a daunting task. The EB-1A visa … Read more

R-1 Visa Requirements  To qualify for R-1 Visa classification, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:  Applicants must also provide: